Warehouse Operative

Wolseley UK; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trade merchant is seeking a Warehouse Operative in Burton upon Trent. This full-time role (42.5 hours a week) involves completing general warehouse duties, picking and packing items, loading and unloading vehicles, and driving a forklift. Candidates should have prior experience in a busy warehouse environment and possess strong numeracy skills. Opportunities for skill development are offered. Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to high standards and safety!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Prior experience using a forklift is advantageous.
• Willingness to learn with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Complete general warehouse duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Pick and pack items ready for delivery to customers.
• Load and unload vehicles for deliveries and collections.
• Drive a forklift truck.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

PC literacy

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary, bonus, excellent benefits.

Annual leave, pension scheme, bonuses, maternity leave, discounts, health & wellbeing: free healthcare, YuLife app, Cycle to Work.

About Neville Lumb

We are part of the Wolseley Group, a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award‑winning Wolseley Talent Guild.

Warehouse Operative – Branston, Burton on Trent

Full‑time role, 42.5 hrs a week, Monday–Friday 07:30–17:00.

Responsibilities

• Complete general warehouse duties in a fast‑paced environment.
• Pick and pack items ready for delivery to customers – including heavy manual work.
• Load and unload vehicles for deliveries and collections.
• Book stock on the system and put it away in correct locations.
• Process stock and complete orders for delivery or collection.
• Drive a forklift truck.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and adhere to Health and Safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Prior experience using a forklift – will be advantageous.
• Strong numeracy skills and PC literacy.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, including completion of necessary training (forklift licence training provided).
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work as part of a team.

We look forward to receiving your application!