Warehouse Assistant

YourRecruit; South Godstone; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a motivated Warehouse Assistant in South Godstone. This role involves hands-on warehouse tasks and support with transport, requiring a valid forklift licence and good communication skills. You will work with a supportive team, receive training, and contribute to effective daily operations. Overtime pay and generous benefits included.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence is essential.
• Must be over 25 for insurance purposes.
• Experience in a warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely for loading and unloading stock.
• Support daily warehouse operations including stock control.
• Assist with transport tasks and vehicle checks.
• Carry out basic administration and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with the team for smooth operations.

Skills

Valid forklift licence

Full UK driving licence

Previous warehouse experience

Confident computer skills

Strong communication

Organisational abilities

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Assistant
Location: South Godstone, Surrey
Salary: GBP27,000 per annum + Overtime (1.5x basic rate)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm
Benefits: Overtime paid at 1.5x basic rate, 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing after 2 years), Company pension scheme & Free on-site parking!

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Assistant to join a busy and supportive team in South Godstone. This is a varied role combining hands-on warehouse duties with elements of transport support and basic administration. Training will be provided where needed, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills and take on a key role in daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely to load, unload, and move stock.
• Support daily warehouse activities, including goods-in/goods-out and stock control.
• Assist with transport tasks, including vehicle checks and scheduling.
• Carry out basic administration using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Keep accurate records and follow company procedures.
• Drive company vehicles when required (must be over 25 for insurance purposes).
• Work closely with the team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Valid forklift licence (essential).
• Full UK driving licence (age 25+ for insurance purposes).
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Confident computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.

For your information

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