Warehouse Operative

Awi Civitas; Burgh Le Marsh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Canteen facilities

Consultant support

Job summary

Awi Civitas in Sudbury is hiring reliable Warehouse Operatives to join our storage, picking, and dispatch team. You will handle order fulfilment, goods in/out, and stock checks, using handheld RF barcode scanners to ensure accuracy. This role offers steady hours (approx.

37.5–45 per week) with potential for temp-to-perm progression and a supportive onsite setup. Candidates should be comfortable with manual handling up to 20 kg, have good timekeeping, and a dependable attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, production, or logistics environment preferred; training provided.
• Able to lift up to 20 kg and stand for shifts.
• Strong timekeeping and dependable attitude.
• Counterbalance or Reach Forklift licence is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Order fulfilment: picking, packing, and wrapping goods using scanners.
• Goods in/out: unload deliveries, sort freight, palletise, and staging for dispatch.
• Stock & housekeeping: conduct cycle counts and maintain tidiness.
• Safety: follow manual handling and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Timekeeping

Education

Forklift licence (Counterbalance/Reach)

CPC qualification card

Digital Tachograph card

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking reliable and hard-working Warehouse Operatives for ongoing storage, picking, and dispatch operations based in Sudbury. Situated with straightforward access via the A131, A134, and B1508 corridors, this role offers steady weekly hours, clean working environments, and dependable long-term stability with temp-to-perm pathways for dedicated workers.

Key Details & Responsibilities

• Hours: 37.5 – 45 hours per week (Monday to Friday standard days, rotational shifts, and overtime available)
• Start Date: Immediate starts available following site registration and induction
• Order Fulfilment: Accurately picking, packing, and wrapping goods using handheld RF barcode scanners and pick sheets
• Goods In & Out: Unloading incoming deliveries, sorting freight, palletising stock, and staging outbound orders for courier dispatch
• Stock & Housekeeping: Conducting regular stock counts, replenishing racking locations, and maintaining high standards of warehouse tidiness
• Safety & Compliance: Adhering strictly to site manual handling techniques and standard health and safety protocols

Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience in a warehouse, production, or logistics environment preferred (training provided for enthusiastic entry-level candidates)
• Physical Fitness: Comfortable with manual handling, standing on shift, and lifting items up to 20kg
• Work Ethic: Strong attention to detail, good timekeeping, and a dependable attitude
• Certification (Advantageous): Counterbalance or Reach Forklift (FLT) licence is a plus, but not required

Benefits

• Consistent Shifts: Predictable weekday working patterns with overtime opportunities
• On-Site Facilities: Free on-site parking, canteen facilities, and easy public transport access
• Support: Dedicated consultant support and smooth temp-to-perm conversion opportunities

Requirements

• Licence & Cards: Valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence, CPC qualification card, and Digital Tachograph card
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of Class 1 driving experience preferred (no major endorsements, maximum 6 points)
• Professional Attitude: High attention to safety, route planning, punctuality, and vehicle care
• Communication: Clear customer service skills for drop-offs and depot check-ins