Warehouse Operative

Bennett & Son Ltd.; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennetts is seeking a Warehouse Operative in Welwyn Garden City to handle, store and dispatch automotive parts for trade and retail customers. This hands-on role emphasizes accuracy, organisation and a strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include picking, packing, receiving deliveries, stock checks and assisting delivery drivers. A full-time, weekday pattern with occasional Saturdays supports dependable service.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, logistics or stockroom preferred but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy in orders and stock checks.
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks and daily warehouse duties.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Basic IT or handheld scanner skills are useful.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and prepare automotive parts for delivery or collection.
• Receive deliveries and check against purchase orders.
• Store parts and keep the warehouse tidy and organised.
• Load and unload delivery vans safely and efficiently.
• Support stock checks and inventory control.
• Report stock discrepancies or damaged items.
• Assist delivery drivers with loading and route preparation.
• Follow health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Provide occasional support to parts counter or customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team player

Punctual, reliable

Manual handling capability

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Handheld scanner

Job description

About The Role

As a Warehouse Operative you will play a key role in the efficient handling, storage, and dispatch of automotive parts and accessories, ensuring that trade and retail customers receive their orders accurately and on time. This is a hands‑on role that requires attention to detail, good organisation, and a strong work ethic in a fast‑paced environment.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8am – 5.30pm and alternate Saturdays’ 8.00am – 1pm

Key Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and prepare automotive parts for delivery or collection
• Receive incoming deliveries and check them against purchase orders
• Store parts correctly and keep the warehouse organised and tidy
• Load and unload delivery vans safely and efficiently
• Assist with regular stock checks and inventory control
• Report any stock discrepancies or damaged items
• Support delivery drivers with loading and route preparation
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies
• Provide occasional support to the parts counter or customer service team when needed

Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or stockroom environment is preferred but not essential
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to deadlines
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude
• Basic IT or handheld scanner skills
• Punctual, reliable, and trustworthy
• Full UK driving licence (desirable, especially if supporting with deliveries)

About Us

Bennetts is a third-generation family business, founded in 1954, and built on strong values of value and customer service. While the company has grown significantly, those principles remain at its core. Today, the L Bennett and Sons Group operates across the UK, supplying car parts, tools, and workshop equipment to both trade and public customers, from independent garages to main dealers and specialists. With over 55 branches and growing, over £30 million in stock and a fleet of 350+ vehicles, Bennetts supports everything from routine servicing to complex repairs. As an independent, family-owned business, Bennetts reinvests in its people, infrastructure, and systems, enabling quick decisions and consistent service. Looking ahead, Bennetts remains focused on quality products, dependable service, and supporting workshops with confidence, staying true to the values that have driven its success for over 70 years.