Warehouse Operative

James Latham; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 7.5% matched pension

Supportive and friendly team

Free onsite parking

Clear progression opportunities - we.l

Job summary

James Latham in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join our team on a Sunday-to-Thursday shift. The role involves picking orders, receiving deliveries and loading lorries while maintaining product safety and care.

Ideal candidates will have previous warehouse experience and a valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence; timber knowledge is a bonus. We provide full training, a supportive environment and free onsite parking.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience required
• Valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence preferred
• Ability to perform manual handling; mechanical help available
• Timber experience is a bonus

Responsibilities

• Picking orders
• Receiving deliveries
• Loading lorries
• Following safety practices

Skills

Previous warehouse experience

Combilift licence

Counterbalance licence

Manual handling

Timber experience

Job description

Exciting new opportunity for a Warehouse Operative!

Are you looking for a secure, Sunday-to-Thursday role with great benefits? This could be the perfect fit for you!

Join James Latham, one of the UK’s largest independent distributors of timber, panels, and decorative surfaces. With a proud heritage dating back to 1757, we’re a family-owned business that credits our success to the dedication of our people. In fact, 86% of our team say they would recommend James Latham as a great place to work!

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Shift: 9.30pm - 6.00am

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Up to 7.5% matched pension
• Supportive and friendly team
• Free onsite parking
• Clear progression opportunities - we love to promote from within!
• And many more…

This role involves picking orders, receiving deliveries and loading lorries whilst taking care to look after products and follow safety practices.

Our ideal warehouse operative has:

• Previous warehouse experience
• A valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence
• The ability to carry out manual handling when picking orders, with mechanical equipment available to assist where possible.
• Timber experience is a bonus!

Don’t worry if you don’t quite meet every requirement - full training is provided, and we welcome motivated, enthusiastic individuals who are eager to learn.

Our Warehouse Operatives need to be on-site five days a week, so please make sure you’re within a reasonable commuting distance to our depot, before applying.

James Latham - the natural choice