Warehouse Operative

Twin Employment & Training Ltd.; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operative for a part-time role in Canterbury. The position involves picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch, with flexible hours available. Ideal for individuals looking to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Flexible hours

On-the-job training

Clean and tidy workplace

Friendly, supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or manual handling experience preferred.
• Good physical fitness with lifting required up to 25kg.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch.
• Receiving, unloading, and checking deliveries.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Reliability

Physical fitness

Job description

Warehouse Operative

Location: Canterbury

Position: Part-time – 20 hours per week (Flexible with some weekend working required and possible overtime)

Wage: Meets National Minimum Wage

We are seeking a reliable and hard-working Warehouse Operative to work in our small warehouse on a short-term basis. This fixed-term role is ideal for someone with a hands-on approach who is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment and would appreciate the flexibility we can offer regarding hours. The warehouse is accessible from 7am to 9pm via app, so this role could be fitted around other roles and responsibilities, such as studies (with some core hours to be worked with other team members).

Twin Group is an award-winning provider of education, travel, work experience, accommodation, and employment services. We offer a diverse number of life-enhancing services to our clients, and every member of our team is essential in achieving this.

We run 8 Summer Schools for overseas students across the UK, and our warehouse is crucial over the next couple of months as we are ordering new stock and equipment for these Summer Schools and packing it into boxes for dispatch to the various centres. This includes everything from stationery to sports equipment, staff uniforms, and arts & crafts!

What we require

• Previous warehouse or manual handling experience preferred, but not essential
• Good physical fitness with lifting required up to 25kg
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work safely and independently

Main responsibilities and duties

• Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch
• Receiving, unloading, and checking deliveries
• Stock counting and inventory control
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Use of light equipment such as trolleys and small step ladders
• Assisting with general warehouse duties as required

What We Offer:

• Clean and tidy workplace
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Flexible hours – accessible from 7am to 9pm
• On-the-job training provided

Please Note:

The successful candidate must be able to work in the UK.

Twin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a standard or enhanced DBS disclosure, depending on the role.

Additional requirements include:

• Explaining any gaps in CVs satisfactorily
• Providing proof of identity and qualifications
• Completing a one-hour online safeguarding training prior to employment

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are dedicated to ensuring that all applicants and staff are treated equally, without discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender reassignment, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or age.

Disability Confident Employer

Disabled applicants should indicate in the application form if they wish to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme. If invited for an interview, please specify any adjustments needed to facilitate the process.

Access to Work Scheme

If support is needed to return to work, applicants can apply via the online service or by contacting Jobcentre Plus:

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• Textphone: 0800 121 7579