Warehouse Operative

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Rochester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join a fast-paced logistics team in Rochester. The role involves picking customer orders, unloading goods, and maintaining a safe warehouse environment. Candidates must hold valid Counterbalance and High Reach Forklift licences, with strong experience in warehouse operations. This permanent position offers a salary of £24,500 per annum and a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance and High Reach Forklift licences.
• Strong recent experience using FLTs in a warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with IT-based stock control systems.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick customer orders and prepare for dispatch.
• Unload incoming goods and safely rack items into storage.
• Pick materials and ingredients for production activities.
• Assist other departments and team members as required.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift operation

High Reach Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Understanding of warehouse operations

Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment

Job description

Warehouse Operative – Rochester

Salary: £24,500 per annum.

Shifts: 4 on 4 off – Days 6am‑6pm or Nights 6pm‑6am.

Permanent position.

Great team | Fast‑paced environment | Long‑term opportunity.

Are you an experienced warehouse professional ready to join a fast‑paced and well‑organised logistics team?

Our client, a well‑established and growing company based in Rochester, is looking for skilled Warehouse Operatives to help support their busy operation and maintain an efficient warehouse workflow.

Key responsibilities

• Accurately pick customer orders and prepare for dispatch.
• Unload incoming goods and safely rack items into storage.
• Load and unload lorries in line with delivery schedules.
• Pick materials and ingredients for production activities.
• Return completed pallets from production back to storage.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe warehouse environment.
• Assist other departments and team members as required.
• Complete general warehouse duties and ad‑hoc tasks.

What we're looking for

• Valid Counterbalance and High Reach Forklift licences – the client is willing to train you on the other if you only hold one.
• Strong recent experience using FLTs in a warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with IT‑based stock control systems.
• Excellent understanding of warehouse operations and procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, time‑sensitive environment.
• Attention to detail and understanding of accurate stock control.

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.