Warehouse Operative

Oval Deene; Ham Hill; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading roofing merchant is seeking a Warehouse Operative for their Maidstone location. The role involves managing goods, preparing orders, and maintaining a safe workspace. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and experience in warehousing processes. This position offers a competitive salary, holiday entitlements, and additional employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of the construction or roofing industry is advantageous.
• A forklift licence is desirable (but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Receive and store goods accurately.
• Prepare customer orders and load them onto vehicles.
• Maintain accurate stock records.
• Ensure a clean and safe warehouse environment.
• Promote safety culture among colleagues.

Skills

Customer service skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of warehousing processes

Communication skills

Dynamic attitude

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Warehouse Operative

Location: Maidstone, East Sussex

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £29,000 Basic Per Annum

Join the UK's Leading Roofing Merchant

With a nationwide presence of over 100 branches and more than 40 years of industry experience, our client is a vital part of the UK's roofing supply chain. They are now looking for a Warehouse Operative to join their Maidstone team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and wants to be part of a company that truly values its people.

What Youfll Be Doing

• Receive and store goods accurately in the correct locations within the warehouse/yard.
• Prepare customer orders according to sales requirements and load them onto vehicles.
• Sign for deliveries, report stock breakages, and maintain accurate stock records.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse environment.
• Carry out daily checks and maintain forklifts and other mechanical handling equipment in a safe working condition.
• Promote a “Everyone Safe, Every Day,” culture by ensuring the safety of yourself and colleagues.
• Build positive relationships with customers at the collection and returns point.
• Be flexible and assist with stocktaking and overtime as required.

What Youfll Bring

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Sales experience and the confidence to engage with trade customers.
• Knowledge of warehousing processes and manual handling procedures.
• Experience or understanding of the construction or roofing industry is advantageous.
• A dynamic, motivated attitude and willingness to take on a variety of tasks.
• A forklift licence is desirable (but not essential).

What We Offer

• Highly competitive salary with annual pay reviews and an excellent bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays - with closure over the Christmas period.
• Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer contribution + up to 4x life insurance.
• Retail discounts and savings through our employee portal.
• Cycle to Work scheme - save money and stay active.
• Share Incentive Scheme - become a stakeholder in our business.

Apply

Bring your customer service experience to a role that makes a real impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a leading company in the roofing industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply online or contact Vikash Patel at Oval Deene Recruitment.