Warehouse Operative - Forklift Truck

Manpower; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower is offering a temp-to-perm Warehouse Operative role with competitive compensation and comprehensive on-the-job training. Join a dedicated team and gain valuable experience in a leading floor covering distributor, with additional benefits including a pension scheme, life assurance, and 33 days of holiday.

Benefits

On-the-Job Training

Uniform and PPE Provided

Forklift Truck License Paid

Colleague Discount

Christmas Shutdown

Free Parking

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Paid Volunteering Day

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence required.
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred.
• Physically fit and prepared for manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Unloading articulated vehicles and preparing deliveries.
• Loading lorries with products for same-day delivery.
• Adhering to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift experience

Manual Handling

Teamwork

Job description

Manpower UK: Your Path to a Permanent Warehouse Career in Rayleigh, Essex.

Are you seeking a fulfilling warehouse role with excellent benefits and the potential for long-term growth? Manpower UK is excited to offer a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity with our client, a leading floor covering distributor, in Rayleigh, Essex.

Why Choose a Temp-to-Perm Role with Manpower?

Try Before You Commit: Experience the role and company culture firsthand before making a permanent decision.
Manpower MyPath Programme: As a temporary employee, you'll gain access to Manpower's MyPath program, designed to enhance your skills and career prospects.

Increased Chances of Permanent Hire: A temp-to-perm role significantly improves your opportunity to secure a permanent position.

Training and Development: Benefit from on-the-job training and expand your capabilities.

What's on Offer when you convert to a permanent member of staff:

Competitive Salary.
No Weekends: Enjoy your weekends off.
On-the-Job Training: Develop your skills with comprehensive training.
Uniform and PPE Provided: Stay safe and comfortable with provided workwear.
Forklift Truck License Paid: Opportunity to gain additional forklift license.
Colleague Discount: Enjoy discounts on floor covering products.
Christmas Shutdown: Take time off to celebrate the festive season.
Free Parking: No need to worry about parking costs.
Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a company pension.
Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life insurance coverage.
Paid Volunteering Day: Make a difference with one paid volunteering day per year.
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Manpower is recruiting now for Warehouse staff ideally with Counterbalance Forklift experience on a temporary-to-permanent basis after 12 weeks at the UK's leading floorcovering distributor in The Role: Warehouse Operative (Night Shift)

Join a welcoming and inclusive team working night shifts, Sunday to Thursday, 11PM to 7AM.

Rate: £14.11 per hour

The Role:

Working as part of a team to offload articulated vehicles on arrival
Unloading deliveries safely using a Counterbalance Forklift
Preparing and loading lorries with various products for same-day customer deliveries
Performing manual handling tasks as required
Adhering to all health and safety regulationsWhat We're Looking For:

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
Previous experience in a similar role
Physically fit and prepared for manual handling tasks
Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environmentImmediate start available. Apply today

Job Info

Job Title:

Warehouse Operative - Forklift Truck

Company:

Manpower

Location:

Posted:

Jul 2nd 2025

Closes:

Aug 2nd 2025

Sector:

Distribution

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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