Warehouse Operative - (Nightshift Picker) - Logistics Foodservice

Henderson Group; Antrim and Newtownabbey District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pay and bonus

Staff discount (grocery/fuel)

Store discount scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Social Club

Healthcare Scheme

Pension Scheme

Full training provided

Career progression

Safe, clean working environment

Job summary

Henderson Group is hiring a Warehouse Operative for nightshift picking at Newtownabbey/Mallusk. You will use voice-picking and a headset tied to the WMS to collect products, build cages, and prepare orders for delivery. Expect regular manual handling, strict targets, and a safe working environment.

Hourly pay ranges £15.61–£17.26 with progression based on performance; full training provided and ample opportunities for career progression within Henderson Foodservice.

Qualifications

• A can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive, team-focused approach to work.
• Demonstrable ability to work towards targets or KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Receive pick assignments via voice headset and pick using the WMS.
• Build up to four customer cages per assignment.
• Transport cages to loading area and wrap items as required.
• Move cages and items weighing up to 25kg safely.
• Maintain a clean, orderly warehouse and meet picking targets.
• Adhere to safety procedures and report any issues promptly.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Fast-paced experience

Team-focused

Target/KPI driven

Tools

Voice picking headset

LLOP licence

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Warehouse Operative - (Nightshift Picker) - Logistics Foodservice

Job Posting Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 16th November 2026.

Group Operative
Henderson Foodservice
£15.61- £17.26
38 Hour Week (Job to Finish)
Newtownabbey / Mallusk
Who are we?
At Henderson Group, we are proud to be one of Northern Ireland’s leading family-owned businesses. With more than 6,000 colleagues, our group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice and Henderson Group Property.

Henderson Foodservice is an Investors in People Platinum accredited employer and the leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland. We source and supply a range of thousands of products to customers including hotels, restaurants, and public sector organisations such as hospitals, offices and care homes.
A look into the role
As an Order Picker, you’ll collect your pick truck, terminal and voice headset at the start of your shift and complete the required safety checks before beginning your work.
You’ll collect your picking assignment, which may involve building up to four customer cages at one time, and use a voice-picking headset linked to the Warehouse Management System to guide you around the warehouse. You’ll accurately pick the required products and quantities, checking for damage and building cages carefully so goods are secure and ready for delivery.
Once your assignment is complete, you’ll take the cages to the loading area, wrap them where required and then collect your next assignment.
The role involves regular manual handling, including moving cages and lifting items weighing up to 25kg. You’ll be expected to work safely, accurately and efficiently, meet agreed picking targets and help maintain a clean and organised warehouse environment.

Why Join Us?

• Market-leading pay and bonus incentives
• Staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores.
• THE STORE discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland,
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social Club
• Healthcare Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Full training provided
• Career progression opportunities- After 6 months service you would be eligible for our Warehouse to Wheels campaign.
• A safe, clean, and friendly working environment

Earning Potential
Hourly rate starts at £15.61 per hour, increasing to at least £17.26 if you achieve 100%+ performance.

The average performance in this department is 110%. *Correct at time of posting.

What we’re looking for:

• A can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous experience working within in a fast-paced environment
• A positive, team-focused approach to work
• A demonstrable ability to work towards targets or KPIs

As this is a nightshift role, applicants must be aged 18 or over to comply with legislative requirements.

It is desirable if you have:

• Previous experience of working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Experience using warehouse management systems
• Pick Truck trained – (LLOP valid licence or equivalent)
• Manual handling trained
• Experience in the voice picking procedure within a warehouse.

Applicants must have an existing legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Are we right for you?

As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.

Ambition

We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better.

Customer First

We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities.

Teamwork

We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills.

Integrity

We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity.

Hours of Work

We have a number of part-time and full-time opportunities available, working Sunday-Thursday, from 6pm-2am (Job to Finish).

Hightown Avenue Mallusk, Newtownabbey BT36 4RT [phone] [e-mail]