WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE

Speedy services; Newport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire provider in Newport is seeking a Warehouse Operative to support logistics and transport teams. The role requires adaptability and strong communication skills, with opportunities for training and career progression. A driving licence and basic IT skills are essential, and forklift training is available.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Canteen facilities

95% discount across the Speedy brand

Opportunities for training and development

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

Discounts and offers for shopping

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Driving licence is essential.
• FLT experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and written are required.

Responsibilities

• Support logistics, transport, and customer service teams.
• Conduct deliveries and collections.
• Assist with vehicle loading and unloading.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Good housekeeping skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Commitment to learn

Education

Driving licence

FLT experience

I.T skills

Job description

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Summary

Speedy is the UK’s leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant, and support services – everything for every job! Working in all areas of the depot in Newport, the role of a Warehouse Operative is a busy supporting role, providing support to our logistics, transport, customer service, and engineering teams. This can include deliveries and collections, assisting with vehicle loading/unloading, as well as stock control.

We work proudly with a team culture, so adaptability and communication are key. Most importantly, ensuring a safe environment for your colleagues and customers is a major factor in this role. If you are keen to progress your career, the Warehouse Operative role allows you to experience all areas of our operations first-hand, giving you a solid base to build your experience and progress into a specialist area of your choice!

• Driving licence
• FLT experience is desirable
• I.T skills required as tech platforms used to move and load equipment (training will be provided)
• Strong communication skills both verbally & written
• Able to adapt quickly to support others
• Commitment to learn and develop
• Ability to support your business unit/team to deliver our ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver
• Willing to take a forklift course
• Good housekeeping skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and within a small team

What will we provide?

We will provide everything you need to succeed in this role! We offer all on-the-job training and have dedicated product and system training teams to support you. We are passionate about employee growth and offer tailored development programmes to suit individual needs. We pride ourselves on recognizing and developing talent, which has enabled us to champion internal progression over the years.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements and promote our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative, which is a significant step towards our aim of putting our People First!

What we offer:

• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan
• My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping across many suppliers
• Green Commute Initiative: work scheme for cycling
• Vita – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): offers free and confidential support and counselling for wellbeing, legal, financial matters

Speedy offers a Career Line of Sight, providing a clear understanding of the route to progression within the group.

Please note, Speedy reserves the right to close vacancies early if a high volume of applications is received. We recommend applying promptly. Some roles may require DBS, Credit, or Security Clearance checks. Speedy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All applicants must provide proof of right to work in the UK at the start of employment.