Warehouse Assistant

Driver Hire; Stockbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£50 KPI bonus

GBS bonus

Mon-Fri 8:00–17:00

1-hour lunch break

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Uniform provided

Medical cover after 1 year

Free on-site parking

Training & development

Job summary

Driver Hire Southampton is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operative / Driver in Stockbridge to join a well‑established agricultural supplies business. The role combines warehouse tasks with occasional driving duties and the chance to progress to a permanent position.

The successful candidate will pick and prepare orders, handle deliveries when required, and support the wider warehouse team while training for new licences and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse environment is advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Reliable, hardworking and well-organised approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team and learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Pick customer orders accurately and prepare for dispatch.
• Stock checking and order accuracy verification.
• Move and organise stock within the warehouse.
• Load vehicles and assist with deliveries when required.
• Provide holiday cover for drivers during quieter periods.

Skills

Warehouse experience

UK driving licence

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

Forklift licences (CB/Reach)

Job description

Warehouse Assistant / Driver – Stockbridge

Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative / Driver to join an established and successful agricultural supplies business based in Stockbridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent, with training and development opportunities available.

The Role

You will initially be responsible for picking and preparing customer orders, ensuring goods are accurately selected and ready for dispatch.

The position also includes customer deliveries when required, along with providing holiday cover for the company’s drivers during quieter periods between January–March and October–December.

This is a varied, hands‑on position that would suit someone who enjoys a combination of warehouse and driving duties and is keen to develop their skills within a successful business.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Checking stock and ensuring orders are correct
• Moving and organising stock within the warehouse
• Loading vehicles ready for delivery
• Carrying out customer deliveries when required
• Carrying out general warehouse duties
• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised
• Following all health and safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to meet daily requirements
• Learning and using the company’s new warehouse computer system when introduced
• Completing relevant computer and system input as required
• Supporting the wider warehouse operation when required

A full UK driving licence is essential, as driving and delivery duties will form part of the role.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous warehouse experience, although this is not essential
• A reliable, hardworking and organised approach
• A full UK driving licence
• The ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to learn and develop within the role
• Must be aged 25 or over due to insurance requirements
• Counterbalance, Reach Truck or Order Picker experience/licences would be advantageous but are not essential

Training for the relevant forklift licences will be provided to the right candidate once permanent.

What’s on Offer?

• £50 weekly KPI bonus
• GBS bonus based on length of service and daily rate
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• 1-hour lunch break
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Uniform and safety boots provided once permanent
• Private medical cover after 1 year’s service
• Free on-site parking
• Training and development opportunities

Apply Today!

This is an excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Operative / Driver looking for a stable, Monday-to-Friday position with a well‑established company and the opportunity to secure a permanent position, gain additional licences and develop your skills.