Warehouse Operative

UBT; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus scheme

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Flexitime opportunities

Pension scheme

Long-term career stability

Job summary

UBT is recruiting a Warehouse Operative in Fareham to join a high-performing team. You will help receive, store, assemble and dispatch products safely, accurately and on time while supporting daily operations and continuous improvement within the warehouse function.

The role suits someone who works well under pressure, takes pride in quality, and thrives in a close-knit team. Prior warehouse experience is preferred; forklift certification is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work at pace whilst maintaining quality standards.
• A proactive and positive approach to teamwork.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Commitment to health and safety best practice.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Accurately receive and check deliveries.
• Store goods safely using correct handling methods and equipment.
• Pick, prepare and dispatch orders efficiently.
• Support the pre-assembly of electrical and non-electrical products.
• Load and unload stock safely, including forklift usage where required.
• Assist with stock control and stock-taking activities.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment.
• Report stock discrepancies and operational issues promptly.
• Work closely with colleagues to meet customer deadlines.
• Follow company procedures, quality standards and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Work at pace

Teamwork

Health & safety

Independent worker

Forklift licence

Job description

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm

Benefits

• Quarterly performance-related bonus scheme
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days from January 2026
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Flexitime opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Long-term career stability within a growing business

Join a High-Performing Warehouse Team

We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and expanding manufacturer seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join their operations team.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and thrives as part of a close-knit team. You'll play an important role in ensuring products are received, stored, assembled and dispatched safely, accurately and on time.

The Role

As a Warehouse Operative, you'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day warehouse operation, ensuring stock is handled safely and efficiently while helping the business consistently meet customer expectations. You'll also have the opportunity to assist with product assembly and contribute towards continuous improvement within the warehouse function.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately receive and check deliveries
• Store goods safely using correct handling methods and equipment
• Pick, prepare and dispatch orders efficiently
• Support the pre-assembly of electrical and non-electrical products
• Load and unload stock safely, including the use of forklift equipment where required
• Assist with stock control and stock-taking activities
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment
• Report stock discrepancies and operational issues promptly
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure customer deadlines are achieved
• Follow company procedures, quality standards and health & safety requirements at all times

About You

We're looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking and takes ownership of their responsibilities.

You will ideally have:

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to work at pace whilst maintaining quality standards
• A proactive and positive approach to teamwork
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• A commitment to health and safety best practice
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Forklift Truck certification (desirable, not essential)
• A strong work ethic with the drive to continuously improve and contribute to team success

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that values commitment, teamwork and high performance. You'll become part of a supportive warehouse team where your contribution genuinely matters, with competitive pay, a bonus scheme and excellent long-term prospects.

If you're looking for a stable role with a successful employer and enjoy working in a fast-moving warehouse environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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