Warehouse Operative

Wild Recruitment; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a skilled Forklift Operator for a warehouse in Fareham, UK. The role involves safely operating forklifts, managing materials, and maintaining a clean workspace. Candidates should have a counterbalance license and experience in a warehouse setting. Strong organisational skills are necessary, and the company values all applicants based on merit. This position operates Monday to Friday for 42.5 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating forklifts in a busy warehouse environment.
• Counterbalance licence required.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and inventory control procedures.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and organise goods within the warehouse.
• Manage materials handling tasks, including stacking and storing items appropriately.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment to uphold safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The successful candidate will be responsible for efficiently handling materials, operating forklifts safely, and supporting overall warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and organise goods within the warehouse
• Manage materials handling tasks, including stacking and storing items appropriately
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment to uphold safety standards
• Support other warehouse duties as required, including manual lifting of heavy items when necessary

Experience

• Proven experience operating forklifts in a busy warehouse environment
• Counterbalance licence required.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and inventory control procedures
• Experience in materials handling, shipping, and receiving processes
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently
• Previous warehouse experience is preferred but not essential

Hours

Monday to Friday 9.30am - 6.30pm

42.5 hours per week

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.