Warehouse Operative

Babcock International; Llandudno; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and logistics company seeks a Warehouse Operative in Holyhead, supporting RAF operations with essential logistics and warehouse tasks. The successful candidate will manage stock, ensure safety during transport, and maintain cleanliness. Ideal applicants will have strong computer skills and experience in logistics, along with GCSEs in Maths and English. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including a matched contribution pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading

Be Kind Day

Qualifications

• Strong computer literacy, preferably with MS Office.
• Background in logistics or warehouse operations.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate MoD Logistic Information Systems and maintain stock records.
• Place, progress, and deliver orders for equipment.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and security.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Operative

Location: Holyhead, Anglesey

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF70592

Play a vital role in supporting RAF operations and service families while building a rewarding career in logistics and defence.

At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Warehouse Operative at our RAF Valley site.

The role

As a Warehouse Operative, you’ll be at the heart of our Aviation business unit, supporting the RAF Station with essential logistics and warehouse operations while ensuring the safe transport of service families’ children to and from school. This is a role where precision, responsibility and care come together to make a real difference.

Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Operate MoD Logistic Information Systems and maintain stock records.
• Place, progress, and deliver orders for equipment and manage stock issues and receipts.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness and security in the warehouse.
• Escort children on school buses, ensuring safety and compliance with authorised user lists.
• Maintain control and safety throughout journeys, ensuring seatbelt use and proper seating.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical examination as a condition of employment for this role.

This role is full time, 36 hours per week and is based on site at RAF Holyhead.

Essential experience of the Warehouse Operative

• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office and record updating.
• Background in logistics or warehouse operations with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines in a team environment.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and organisational skills.
• Problem‑solving experience and ability to mentor others effectively.

Qualifications for the Warehouse Operative

• Current full UK driving licence.
• GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) / Enhanced DBS security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10‑days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.
• ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day’s paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date

Closing date: 19/01/2026