Van Driver / Warehouse Operative

Cogent Staffing; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Temporary to permanent assignment

Job summary

Cogent Staffing is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative/Van Driver at our established automotive distribution client in Newtownabbey, Belfast. The role blends warehouse tasks with occasional van driving, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate order picking.

The position offers Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:30 with alternating Saturday mornings 08:30–12:30, at £12.71/hour, 42 hours per week, and a route to permanent after 12 weeks. Immediate start and free parking provided.

Qualifications

• Must have previous warehouse experience.
• Must have a valid driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Capable of lifting up to 30kg and comfortable with manual handling.
• Prepared to load van daily and assist with loading/unloading.

Responsibilities

• Generate pick sheets.
• Pick orders from sheets.
• Pack orders and process goods.
• Use handheld scanners to pick orders.
• Assist with van driving for drops (10–12 drops per run).
• Manual handling of heavy items up to 30kg.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Clean driving licence

Hand held scanners

Tools

Hand held scanners

Job description

Cogent Staffing are recruiting for Warehouse Operative/Van Drivers for our established automotive distribution client based in Newtownabbey, Belfast.

Role summary:

The Van Driver/Warehouse Operative plays a vital role in ensuring timely and efficient deliveries of goods. This position combines driving responsibilities with warehouse operations, facilitating the smooth flow of products from the warehouse to customers.

Warehouse Operative/Van Driver shift & salary:

• Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:30
• Alternating Saturday mornings 08:30 - 12:30 (non negotiable)
• £12.71 per hour
• 1 hour unpaid break per shift
• 42 hour working week average
• Ongoing work with potential for a permanent role after 12 full weeks qualifying period
• Immediate start
• Free parking
• Temporary to permanent assignment

To start ASAP.

Warehouse Operative/Van Driver role details:

• Generating pick sheets
• Picking order loads from sheets
• Carrying out warehouse operations, packing orders, processing goods
• Using hand held scanners to pick orders
• Manual handling and heavy lifting of up to 30kg when required
• Driving to regular customers if required with around 10-12 drops per run

Warehouse Operative/Van Driver requirements:

• This is predominantly a warehouse role not driving, driving duties will only be in the event you need to cover a Driver who is absent etc. or during peak periods
• Must have no more than 6 points on driving licence
• Must be prepared to pick and load van daily
• Has previous warehouse experience
• Must be capable of lifting up to 30kg
• Comfortable with driving long distances following route navigation when needed
• Happy to work within the warehouse not majority driving

Immediate starts available.

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.