Warehouse Operative

Gist Limited; Cumbernauld; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts across M&S and retailers

Paid overtime opportunities

Full training provided

Opportunities to progress within the;

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Gist, part of the M&S Group, invites applications for Warehouse Operatives at Lenziemill, Cumbernauld. You'll contribute to a fast-paced chilled operation, loading, picking, scanning, and dispatching stock while adhering to safety standards and teamwork.

Full training is provided and progression opportunities exist within the operation. We offer regular hours, a 40-hour week on a rotating 5-from-7 pattern, with pay starting at £13.3759 per hour, rising after 6 months, plus overtime premiums and

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred, ideally in fast-paced or chilled environments.
• Full training provided to new hires.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Picking and scanning stock using voice technology.
• Moving goods through the warehouse from intake to dispatch.
• Working safely and efficiently in a chilled warehouse environment.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Maintaining accuracy and productivity standards.
• Working as part of a busy warehouse team.

Skills

Reliable and hardworking

Team focus

Safety conscious

Adaptable to fast-paced environment

Job description

Join the team keeping M&S stocked this summer

We’re growing our warehouse team in Lenziemill, Cumbernauld, and looking for hardworking Warehouse Operatives to support our busy M&S operation.

This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced chilled warehouse environment where you’ll play an important part in keeping products moving safely and efficiently through the supply chain.

If you’re reliable, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for consistent hours with opportunities to progress, we’d love to hear from you.

• 40 hours per week
• Any 5 from 7 rotating pattern
• 09:30-18:00
• 24 hours per week, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 09:30-18:00
• £13.3759 per hour increasing to £13.6120 after 6 months
• Overtime and unsocial/weekend premiums - up to £18.0575 per hour / £18.3762 per hour
• Seasonal Christmas bonus of up to £1,118.00 for working the required hours

What You’ll Get

• 20% discount across M&S
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Full training provided
• Opportunities to progress within the operation
• Pension scheme with life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme & healthcare cash plan
• Discounts at major retailers and restaurants
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive team environment

What You’ll Be Doing

• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Picking and scanning stock using voice technology
• Moving goods through the warehouse from intake to dispatch
• Working safely and efficiently in a chilled warehouse environment
• Following health & safety procedures at all times
• Maintaining accuracy and productivity standards
• Working as part of a busy warehouse team

Full PPE is provided.

What We’re Looking For

Previous warehouse experience is preferred, ideally within a fast-paced or chilled environment, although full training will be provided.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Reliable and hardworking
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Team focused with a positive attitude
• Able to work accurately and safely

Ready for something new?

If you’re looking for a role where you can get stuck in, be part of a team and know when you’re working, this could be the opportunity for you.

At Gist, part of the M&S Group, we’re looking forWarehouse Operativesto join our team atLenziemill, Cumbernauld,helping to keep M&S stores supplied with the products our customers know and love.

Whether you already have warehouse experience or you’re looking for a change, you’ll receive the training and support you need to get started and become part of a team that keeps one of the UK’s best-known retailers moving.

The role at a glance

• Pay: £13.3759 per hour increasing to £13.6120 after 6 months
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shift: Any 5 from 7 rotating pattern
• Additional premiums: Overtime and unsocial/weekend premiums - up to £18.0575 per hour / £18.3762 per hour

What you'll be doing

Our warehouses are at the heart of the M&S Food supply chain. As a Warehouse Operative, you’ll help make sure the right products get to the right place at the right time.

Depending on the operation, your day could include:

• Picking and preparing stock for dispatch
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Scanning and checking products
• Moving goods safely through the warehouse
• Maintaining accuracy and productivity standards
• Following health and safety procedures
• Working closely with your team to keep the operation moving

Environment:

Full PPE is provided.

What you'll get

There’s more to joining Gist than the job itself.

• £13.3759per hour
• Up to £18.3762 per hour
• Regular hours and consistent work
• Full training provided
• Opportunities to learn new skills and progress within the operation
• Pension scheme with life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts at major retailers and restaurants
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive team and on-site management

What we're looking for

Previous warehouse experience would be beneficial, particularly within a fast-paced environment, although full training will be provided.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Reliable and ready to be part of a team
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Safety focused
• Able to work accurately and efficiently
• Comfortable with the physical nature of a warehouse role
• Happy working in a chilledenvironment
• Available to work the advertised shift pattern

Ready for a change?

If you’re looking for consistent work, a supportive team and the opportunity to build your experience with a business that keeps M&S moving, we’d love to hear from you.

Your next opportunity could start here. Vacancies may close early if we receive a high level of applications.