Warehouse Operative

Forth Ports Group; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Bonus

Generous annual leave entitlement

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

On-site Occupational Health Team

Annual Christmas gift

GymFlex memberships

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site free parking

Family-friendly policies

Employee discount platform

Job summary

Forth Ports at Port of Tilbury is seeking a Warehouse Operative to support palletised goods movement across unloading, storage, picking and loading for distribution.

You will work in a fast-paced team, adhering to health and safety rules and contributing to accurate stock control using handheld scanners. The role requires 4 on/4 off shifts, including weekends, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience is required.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.
• Good communication and health & safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Unload, store, pick and load palletised products 24/7 for distribution.
• Report damaged or missing goods to Warehouse Manager or Supervisors.
• Keep the warehouse clean and maintain equipment.
• Follow health and safety rules when handling goods.
• Ensure efficient operations by following procedures and schedules.
• Assist with inventory controls using a handheld scanner.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Health & safety

UK driving licence

Right to work in UK

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Operative

Location: Port of Tilbury

Hours: 4 on / 4 off rotation shifts including weekend 7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am

Compensation: £32,639 + Shift Allowance £2,623

Forth Ports is one of the UK's largest and most dynamic port operator groups, playing a key role in connecting the UK with Europe and beyond. As a multimodal ports owner and operator, we are at the forefront of delivering innovative port-related services. With our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042, we are committed to sustainability and driving the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. Now is an exciting time to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future.

About The Role

As a Warehouse Operative, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods throughout the warehouse operation. Responsible for a full range of warehousing duties, you will support the end-to-end handling of palletised products, from unloading inbound deliveries through to storage, order picking, and loading outbound vehicles.

Working as part of a fast-paced team, you will ensure all stock is handled safely, accurately, and in line with company procedures. This role requires a strong focus on health and safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently to meet operational deadlines and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Unloading, storing, picking and loading palletised soft drinks 24/7 for retail warehouse distribution centres
• Reporting any damaged or missing goods to Warehouse Manager or Supervisors
• Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy and maintaining equipment
• Following workplace health and safety rules when handling goods
• Ensuring efficient operations by adhering to operational procedures, rules and schedules
• Assisting with warehouse inventory controls, which typically involves using a hand-held scanner

Qualifications & Skills

• At least 1 year Fork Lift truck experience
• Previous experience in a similar role (VNA retail warehouse distribution centre)
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Maintain exceptional health and safety standards
• Full Driving Licence, valid in the UK
• Full right to work in the UK

What Forth Ports can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Group Bonus
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16.5% joint contribution plus life assurance at 4x salary
• Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing free, confidential 24/7 telephone support for you and your family
• On-site Occupational Health Team with access to professional support and referrals to services such as counselling, physiotherapy and free flu jabs
• An annual Christmas thank you gift of a complimentary turkey or meat-free alternative for all employees
• GymFlex health club memberships offering discounted access to gyms including Nuffield Health, PureGym, Anytime Fitness, The Gym Group, and selected local gyms
• Cycle to Work scheme to support affordable, sustainable commuting
• On-site free parking available for all employees
• Attractive family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity cover
• Employee discount platform providing savings on UK-wide restaurants, retail, car rentals, days out, and holidays

We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.