Warehouse Operative

Building Materials Wholesale; Grays; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift refresher training

Friendly, supportive team

Stable, growing business

Job summary

The Panel Delivery Company Ltd is hiring an experienced Warehouse Operative in Grays. This busy, physical role involves loading delivery vans, picking orders, unloading deliveries and operating a forklift as part of a fast-paced operation.

You will need to meet a minimum of two years' forklift experience, hold an accredited forklift certificate, and be reliable with excellent timekeeping. The role runs Monday to Friday starting at 6:00 am, and involves outdoor work in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' forklift operating experience.
• Accredited forklift training certificate (refresher training can be provided).
• Reliable with excellent timekeeping.
• Able to work Monday to Friday from 6:00 am.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and able to work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Loading 20+ delivery vans each morning.
• Picking and checking around 100 customer orders per day.
• Operating a Counterbalance and/or Reach Forklift.
• Completing daily forklift safety checks.
• Unloading incoming lorries – typically around 5, but can be 10 or more.
• Preparing stock for the day’s operations.
• Maintaining stock accuracy and warehouse housekeeping.
• Assisting customers collecting materials from our yard.
• Working safely as part of a busy warehouse team.

Skills

Forklift operation

Timekeeping

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

Forklift training certificate

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Reach forklift

Job description

• Salary£14.00 per hour (approximately £33,670 per year)
• HoursMonday to Friday, 6:00am – 4:00pm (45-minute unpaid break)
• Job typeFull-time, Permanent

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative to join our growing team in Grays.

This is a busy, physical warehouse role where you’ll be loading delivery vans, picking customer orders, unloading deliveries, and operating a forklift as part of a fast-paced operation.

Please note: this is a warehouse job opportunity. It is not an office-based role or a stepping stone into one.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys warehouse work, takes pride in doing a job properly, and is happy working in a hands-on environment.

This Is a Physically Demanding Role

Please only apply if you can meet the following requirements:

• Physically fit is a must
• Must be able to pick and slide boards up to 30 kg unaided
• Picking loads can be the majority of the working day
• Work is outdoors in hot and cold conditions – must be able to adapt and overcome

What You’ll Be Doing

• Loading 20+ delivery vans each morning
• Picking and checking around 100 customer orders per day
• Operating a Counterbalance and/or Reach Forklift
• Completing daily forklift safety checks
• Unloading incoming lorries – typically around 5, but can be 10 or more
• Preparing stock for the day’s operations
• Maintaining stock accuracy and warehouse housekeeping
• Assisting customers collecting materials from our yard
• Working safely as part of a busy warehouse team

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum two years’ recent, regular forklift operating experience as part of your day-to-day role
• Accredited forklift training certificate (does not need to be in date, as refresher training can be provided)
• Reliable with excellent timekeeping
• Able to work Monday to Friday from 6:00 am
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Strong attention to detail and able to work accurately under pressure

Why Join Us?

• £14.00 per hour
• Monday to Friday working
• Forklift refresher training provided if required
• Stable, growing business
• Friendly, supportive team

If you’re an experienced Warehouse Operative with solid forklift experience, a strong work ethic, and the right attitude, we’d like to hear from you.

Who We Are

We’re The Panel Delivery Company Ltd – a growing business specialising in the sale and delivery of sheet wood products. Our aim? To make life easier for our customers with the widest range, fast service, and great prices. We’re proud to treat our warehouse team members with the same level of care and respect. You’re not just a number here – you’re part of the team.

Where to find us

Unit A, The Triton Centre, Weston Avenue, West Thurrock, Grays, Essex, RM20 3FN, United Kingdom

(Visitors by appointment only. Our site is closed to the public)

The best way to reach us is by submitting the contact form on our website.We aim to reply within 2 working days.