Warehouse Operative (Nights) - Reach D1 Licence Required

Interaction Recruitment Group; Tapton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operative for night shifts to join a busy distribution site. The role covers order picking, AutoStore, and goods inwards, with a focus on accuracy and safety to support nightly workloads.

You will operate MHE including reach trucks and order pickers, stock handling and put-away, and work Monday to Thursday, 4pm–2:30am. This temp-to-perm opportunity offers progression within a dynamic warehouse team.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or distribution experience.
• Current MHE licenses or training for Reach Truck and/or Order Picker.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced operation.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality focus.
• Flexible across multiple warehouse functions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safe working practices.
• Reach Truck and/or Order Picker experience with D1, D2 or D3 Licence.

Responsibilities

• Pick customer orders accurately and efficiently from storage locations.
• Operate MHE, including Order Pickers and Reach Trucks, per procedures.
• Pick orders via AutoStore system.
• Support Goods Inwards activities: receiving, checking and processing stock.
• Put stock away safely using appropriate MHE.
• Ensure correct warehouse locations and stock handling.
• Complete safety checks and report issues promptly.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across areas.
• Work flexibly across warehouse functions to support nightly workload.
• Follow site procedures, safe systems of work and quality requirements.

Skills

Warehouse experience

MHE operation

Reach Truck

Order Picker

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Team player

Flexible

Independent

Tools

Reach Truck License

Order Picker Certification

AutoStore familiarity

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Operative (Nights) - Reach D1 Licence Required

Working Patters: Monday to Thursday, 4 x 10-hour night shifts, 4pm - 2.30am

Contracted Hours: Monday - Thursday, 4pm - 2:30am (4 shifts - 10-hour each)

Salary: £14.95 per hour

Contract: Temp to Perm

Primary focus: Order picking, AutoStore, MHE operation and Goods Inwards

Overview:

We are looking for a reliable, flexible and safety-conscious Warehouse Operative to join our Night Shift team. This is a varied, multi-skilled role supporting the full warehouse operation, including order picking, AutoStore, stock receipt and stock put-away.

The successful candidate will work across different areas of the warehouse to help ensure customer orders are picked accurately, incoming stock is processed efficiently, and all work is completed safely and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pick customer orders accurately and efficiently from warehouse storage locations.
• Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including Order Pickers and Reach Trucks, in line with site procedures and authorisation requirements.
• Pick orders through the AutoStore automated storage and retrieval system.
• Support Goods Inwards activities, including receiving, checking and processing incoming stock.
• Put stock away safely and accurately using the appropriate MHE.
• Ensure products are handled correctly and stored in the correct warehouse locations.
• Complete equipment safety checks and report defects, hazards, near misses or operational issues promptly.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all working areas.
• Work flexibly across warehouse functions to support nightly workload and business priorities.
• Follow all site procedures, safe systems of work and quality requirements.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Current MHE licenses or recognised training certification for Reach Truck and/or Order Picker.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced operation.
• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
• Flexible approach and willingness to work across multiple warehouse functions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Clear commitment to safe working practices.
• Previous experience operating a Reach Truck and/or Order Picker. D1, D2 or D3 Licence
• Reach License

Desirables:

• Experience using AutoStore or another warehouse automation system.
• Experience within Goods Inwards, stock put-away or inventory operations.