Warehouse Operative - Howdens Avonmouth

Wincanton; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Warehouse Operatives to join their night team in Portbury. This role involves critical responsibilities such as accurate stock picking, loading items, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. With a focus on a supportive work environment, the company offers competitive pay, skill development, and opportunities for career progression. Join a diverse workforce committed to excellence in logistics and contribute to a seamless customer journey while enjoying generous benefits and a friendly workplace culture.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Online discounts

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is advantageous.
• Ability to safely operate mechanical handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Accurate picking of stock using handheld devices.
• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of the warehouse.

Skills

Warehouse experience

FLT Counterbalance experience

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team spirit

Flexibility

Tools

Handheld devices

Mechanical handling equipment

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Warehouse Operative Nights

Wincanton is recruiting Warehouse Operatives to join our night team in Portbury, supporting the day-to-day warehouse activities.

Job Description

As a Warehouse Operative, you'll report directly to the Warehouse Team Manager. This role offers variety to ensure we meet and exceed customer expectations. You'll deliver KPIs both productively and accurately, ensuring a seamless customer journey while maintaining high Health & Safety standards.

Benefits

• £14.06 per hour
• £29,243.76 per annum
• Nights, Monday to Friday, 22:00 to 06:00
• 40 hours per week with paid breaks
• Overtime paid at time & half after 40 hours
• 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Accurate picking of stock using handheld devices
• Loading items onto pallets
• Checking stock and assembled loads before dispatch
• Handling stock with care to ensure quality
• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of the warehouse
• Adhering to Health & Safety regulations
• Supporting operational efficiency and hygiene standards

Candidate Requirements

• Previous warehouse experience is advantageous
• FLT Counterbalance and reach experience is advantageous
• Attention to detail
• Ability to safely operate mechanical handling equipment
• Reliability, self-motivation, team spirit, and flexibility
• Willingness to upskill for MHE licenses; duties involve minimal MHE use (max 2 hours per shift)

What We Offer

We value our employees and offer a friendly environment, skill development, and a competitive salary. Benefits include a pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle-to-work scheme, online discounts, onsite parking, and more. We promote career progression, training, and multi-skilling in a dynamic environment.

Our Culture & Values

We are committed to equality and inclusion, supporting colleagues to be their authentic selves. Our success is driven by our diverse workforce.

About Us

Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner in the UK, with 20,000 colleagues across 200+ sites, offering comprehensive logistics solutions.