Warehouse Operative

Connect It Utilities Services; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect It Utilities Services is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative to support day-to-day warehouse activities at Foundation House, Hedge End, Southampton. You will handle goods receipt, stock control, picking, loading, and timely delivery to sites, while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

The role requires strong communication, organisational skills, and a proactive approach to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, stock control, and inventory management.
• Experience using warehouse inventory systems and handheld devices.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safe working practices and housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, checking, and accurately recording incoming goods using warehouse inventory systems.
• Safely storing materials and maintaining organised stock locations.
• Picking and preparing materials accurately and within required timescales using handheld devices and warehouse management systems.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of delivery vehicles and plant trailers in accordance with loading restrictions and transport regulations.
• Delivering materials, equipment, and plant trailers to operational sites when required.
• Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages, damages, defects, or discrepancies.
• Participating in stock counts and stocktaking activities to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintaining equipment, tools, and plant in line with maintenance schedules and reporting any defects.
• Issuing plant and equipment through company systems to maintain accurate asset tracking.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse and yard.
• Working safely at all times and complying with Health, Safety, Environmental, and company procedures.
• Supporting yard operations and acting as a banksman when required.
• Ensuring waste materials are disposed of safely and responsibly.
• Identifying opportunities to improve warehouse processes and efficiencies.Building positive working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, drivers, and client representatives.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive

Education

Full UK driving licence

Forklift certification

IT skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Tools

Handheld devices

Warehouse inventory systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced warehouse professional looking to take the next step in your career?

We’re seeking a highly organised and proactive Warehouse Operative to help support the day‑to‑day running of our busy warehouse operations. You’ll work closely within an established team to ensure all warehouse activities are delivered safely, accurately, and efficiently, while helping to guide and support the wider operational team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in delivering high standards, and enjoy being part of a team that keeps operations running smoothly, then this role is for you.

Location: Foundation House, Hedge End, Southampton

• Receiving, checking, and accurately recording incoming goods using warehouse inventory systems.
• Safely storing materials and maintaining organised stock locations.
• Picking and preparing materials accurately and within required timescales using handheld devices and warehouse management systems.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of delivery vehicles and plant trailers in accordance with loading restrictions and transport regulations.
• Delivering materials, equipment, and plant trailers to operational sites when required.
• Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages, damages, defects, or discrepancies.
• Participating in stock counts and stocktaking activities to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintaining equipment, tools, and plant in line with maintenance schedules and reporting any defects.
• Issuing plant and equipment through company systems to maintain accurate asset tracking.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse and yard.
• Working safely at all times and complying with Health, Safety, Environmental, and company procedures.
• Supporting yard operations and acting as a banksman when required.
• Ensuring waste materials are disposed of safely and responsibly.
• Identifying opportunities to improve warehouse processes and efficiencies.Building positive working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, drivers, and client representatives.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A good understanding of warehouse operations, stock control, and inventory management.
• Experience using warehouse inventory systems and handheld devices.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse and site Health & Safety requirements.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A positive, proactive, and flexible approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to maintaining safe working practices and excellent housekeeping standards.
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and suggest process improvements.

Educational Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a warehouse or stores environment.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• Competency in driving and towing.
• Certification to operate multidirectional/combi forklifts.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Demonstrable knowledge of warehouse Health & Safety requirements and safe working practices.