Warehouse Operative

Driver Hire Chelmsford & Harlow; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual holiday

Annual profit-sharing scheme

Full training on cutting machinery and

Forklift trucks training

Job summary

Driver Hire Chelmsford & Harlow is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operative to join a busy steel products site in Chelmsford. You will handle, cut and prepare steel items, load/unload deliveries, and assist with stock organisation after comprehensive training on saws and forklift trucks.

The role offers a practical, hands-on environment with strong team collaboration. No prior steel experience is required; training and development are provided to build required skills and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• A reliable, hardworking and practical individual.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• FLT experience would be an advantage, although training will be provided on both forklift trucks.
• Previous warehouse or steel industry experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Picking and preparing steel products for customer orders.
• Cutting steel products using a range of saws (full training provided).
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Moving, handling and organising stock within the warehouse.
• Operating forklift trucks once trained and authorised.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Supporting the wider warehouse team with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

FLT experience (advantage)

Tools

Forklift trucks

Job description

Warehouse Operative - Steel Products

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

We are currently looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join a busy steel products business based in Chelmsford.

This is a varied, hands-on role involving the handling and preparation of steel products, operating cutting machinery, and loading and unloading deliveries. Full training will be provided on all saws and forklift trucks, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills within the steel industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking and preparing steel products for customer orders.
• Cutting steel products using a range of saws (full training provided).
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Moving, handling and organising stock within the warehouse.
• Operating forklift trucks once trained and authorised.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Supporting the wider warehouse team with day-to-day operations.

What We're Looking For

• A reliable, hardworking and practical individual.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• FLT experience would be an advantage, although training will be provided on both forklift trucks.
• Previous warehouse or steel industry experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• One-hour lunch break and two 15-minute breaks each day.

Benefits

• 25 days' annual holiday.
• Annual profit-sharing scheme.
• Full training on all cutting machinery and forklift trucks.
• Opportunity to develop skills and experience within an established steel products business.

Interested?

If you're looking for a hands-on warehouse role with a varied workload, good benefits and opportunities to learn, we'd love to hear from you.