Warehouse

Ocado; Aveley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Digital GP for you and dependents

Salary advances

Discounts at Ocado

Pension (up to 7%)

Onsite restaurant & parking

Car-share scheme

Internal progression routes

Job summary

Ocado Logistics is hiring a Freezer Warehouse Operative in South Ockendon, Essex. You will work in a high‑performing freezer environment, with temperatures as low as -25°C, and wear full thermal gear. The role involves picking, packing and dispatching, with day and night shifts available.

Starting pay is 12.84 GBP per hour plus a freezer premium and night shift premium; overtime is paid at 1.25x. Benefits include private medical, salary advances, discounts, pension, onsite restaurant and

Qualifications

• No warehouse experience required.
• You must be 18 or over.
• You must be able to handle Meat and Alcohol.
• You must be within reasonable commute time from the site.
• You must understand and follow Health & Safety briefings and operational instructions.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure products are picked, packed, and dispatched accurately and on time.
• Work in a high‑performing freezer environment.
• Follow shift rosters and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Positive attitude

18+ age

Meat and Alcohol handling

Safety briefings comprehension

Commute planning

Job description

Warehouse

Date Posted: 2026-09-28

Location: South Ockendon, Essex, GB, RM15 5

Contract Type: Full Time

Application Deadline: 2026-12-30 10:00:53

Job Description

As a Freezer Warehouse Operative, you'll be part of a specialist team working in a high-performing freezer environment at temperatures as low as -25°C. Your safety and comfort come first, and we provide full thermal protective gear to keep you warm throughout your shift. If you enjoy an active role, like working in a close-knit team, and don't mind a cooler climate, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a vital part of our operation and really make an impact.

What We’re Looking For

• No Warehouse experience needed - just bring a positive attitude.
• You must be 18 or over.
• You must be able to handle Meat and Alcohol.
• You must be within reasonable commute time from the site using your method of transport.
• For your safety and the safety of others, you must be able to understand and follow Health & Safety briefings and operational instructions.

Available Day Roles

(You will work 4 shifts in every 7-day period. Shifts are spread across the full week, including weekends.)

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM (4 days on, 3 days off)
• Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (4 nights on, 3 nights off)

Pay & Premiums

• Starting salary: £12.84 per hour (base pay shown - freezer premium added separately)
• Freezer premium + £1.00 per hour
• Night shift premium: + £2.67 per hour (12 am - 6 am)
• Overtime paid at 1.25x basic rate.

Core Roster & Incentives

• Know your work schedule 13 weeks in advance, helping you plan life outside of work.
• Additional earning potential is available through our target-based incentive scheme, with higher performers receiving additional hourly premiums.

Benefits

• Enhanced digital GP for you and your dependents
• 50% earned salary advances (four-weekly pay)
• High-street & restaurant discounts + 15% off Ocado.com
• Up to 7% matched pension after 3 months
• Onsite restaurant and plenty of parking
• Car-share scheme
• Clear progression routes - 87% of salaried roles are filled internally

About Ocado Logistics

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology, and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves (robots included) and get stuck in. Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, you'll find a home at Ocado Logistics.

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AM - 3:00 PM (4 days on, 3 days off) Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (4 nights on, 3 nights off, Pay & Premiums Starting salary: £12.84 per hour (base pay shown - freezer premium added separately) Freezer premium + £1.00 per hour Night shift premium: + £2.67 per hour (12 am - 6 am). Overtime paid at 1.25x basic rate. Core Roster: Know your work schedule 13 weeks in advance, helping you plan life outside of work Additional earning potential is available through our target- based incentive scheme, with higher performers receiving additional hourly premiums Benefits Enhanced digital GP for you and your dependents 50% earned salary advances (four-weekly pay) High-street & restaurant discounts + 15% off Ocado.com Up to 7% matched pension after 3 months Onsite restaurant and plenty of parking Car-share scheme Clear progression routes - 87% of salaried roles are filled internally At Ocado Logistics, we keep over 215,000 customer orders moving every week. As a Warehouse Operative, you'll help ensure products are picked, packed, and dispatched accurately and on time. About Ocado Logistics Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves (robots included) and get stuck in. Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, you'll find a home at Ocado Logistics.