Warehouse and Dispatch Operative

Euro Car Parts Ltd.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced leave

Career growth UK & Europe

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Gym discounts

Healthcare perks

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Job summary

LKQ is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operative to join our Chesterfield site in the UK. This hands-on role involves receiving, storing, picking and preparing powertrain components, ensuring accuracy and timely availability for internal teams and onward distribution.

You’ll work in a busy warehouse environment, following safety procedures and quality checks. The position offers opportunities for career growth and development within LKQ across the UK & Europe.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, stores, logistics or parts-handling experience.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• Ability to accurately follow picking, packing and stock-control processes.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and basic IT skills.
• Strong awareness of health and safety.
• Experience handling automotive/parts would be an advantage.
• Forklift or MHE licence would be beneficial, where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and checking incoming powertrain parts and components against delivery documentation.
• Picking, packing and preparing parts accurately for internal teams, production or onward distribution.
• Moving and storing components safely within designated warehouse locations.
• Carrying out stock checks and helping to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Identifying and reporting damaged, incorrect or missing parts.
• Ensuring parts are correctly labelled, packaged and handled to prevent damage.
• Using warehouse equipment safely and in line with site procedures.
• Keeping work areas clean, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Supporting the wider warehouse team to ensure parts are processed efficiently and on time.

Skills

reliable

safety-conscious

team player

attention to detail

Job description

Job Overview

We’re looking for a reliable and organised Warehouse Operative to join our team, supporting the safe and efficient handling of parts used within powertrain units.

This is a hands‑on role where accuracy and attention to detail are key. You’ll be responsible for receiving, storing, picking and preparing powertrain components, making sure the correct parts are available when and where they’re needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave – Enjoy a great work‑life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
• Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
• Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
• Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax‑free bike purchases.
• Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving and checking incoming powertrain parts and components against delivery documentation.
• Picking, packing and preparing parts accurately for internal teams, production or onward distribution.
• Moving and storing components safely within designated warehouse locations.
• arrying out stock checks and helping to maintain accurate inventory records.Identifying and reporting damaged, incorrect or missing parts.
• Ensuring parts are correctly labelled, packaged and handled to prevent damage.
• Using warehouse equipment safely and in line with site procedures.Keeping work areas clean, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Supporting the wider warehouse team to ensure parts are processed efficiently and on time.

Skills And Experience

You don’t necessarily need to be an expert in powertrain components from day one. We’re looking for someone who is reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable working in a busy warehouse environment.

You’ll Ideally Have

• Previous warehouse, stores, logistics or parts-handling experience.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• The ability to accurately follow picking, packing and stock-control processes.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and basic IT skills.
• A strong awareness of health and safety.
• Experience handling automotive, commercial vehicle or engineering components would be an advantage.
• A forklift or MHE licence would be beneficial, where relevant.

Why Work for LKQ

You’ll be joining a supportive team in a practical, hands‑on role where the work you do makes a real difference. If you enjoy working in a warehouse environment, take pride in getting things right and are looking for an opportunity to develop your knowledge of automotive and powertrain parts, we’d love to hear from you.