Warehouse Operative/Parcel Sorter - Nights

The Best Connection; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Online payslips

Holiday accrual

Personal accident insurance

Perks at Work

Friendly and supportive team

Full-time, stable work

Progression opportunities into driving

Job summary

The Best Connection in Newton Aycliffe is hiring Warehouse Operatives / Parcel Sorters for a fast-paced parcel operation. You will load/unload parcels, scan with handheld scanners, and sort parcels as part of daily logistics.

This full-time role includes night shift 02:00–09:30, Sunday/Monday to Friday with optional Saturday, and overtime after 40 hours. Inductions start immediately; after 14 weeks, a permanent contract may be offered based on performance and attendance.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to perform heavy lifting.
• Able to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Reliable, punctual and hard-working with good attention to detail.
• Able to follow instructions and work well in a team.
• No previous warehouse experience required; full induction provided.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parcels from vans.
• Scan parcels using handheld scanners.
• Sort parcels accurately and efficiently.
• Place parcels into cages and move them to designated locations.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow health and safety procedures and work as part of a team.

Skills

Physically fit

Heavy lifting

Fast-paced

Reliable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

Job Opportunity: Warehouse Operative / Parcel Sorter

Newton Aycliffe | Full-Time | Immediate Inductions Available

Job Overview:

We're currently recruiting Warehouse Operatives / Parcel Sorters to join a growing and fast-paced parcel operation in Newton Aycliffe.

This is a physically active role involving the handling, scanning and sorting of parcels as part of the daily logistics process. We're looking for people who are fit, reliable, hard-working and keen to build a long-term career within the team.

Inductions available immediately - Wednesday/Thursday/Friday

Key Responsibilities of a Warehouse Operator/Parcel Sorter

• Loading and unloading parcels from vans
• Scanning parcels using handheld scanners
• Sorting parcels accurately and efficiently
• Placing parcels into cages
• Moving and uploading cages into designated locations
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Following all health & safety procedures
• Working effectively as part of a team

Requirements:

• Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting
• Able to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Reliable, punctual and hard-working
• Good attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions and work well as part of a team
• No previous warehouse experience required - full induction and training provided

Hours of Work:

Sunday/Monday - Friday with optional Saturday shift

Night Shift

02:00 - 09:30

Weekend work may also be available if required.

Pay Rate:

£12.71 per hour initially - enhanced hourly to be discussed due to night shift

Increases to £14.93 per hour after 14 weeks, with a contract offered based on performance and attendance.

Overtime rates available after 40 hours

Term-to-Perm Opportunity:

This role offers an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position.

After 14 weeks, you may be offered a permanent contract based on your performance, reliability and attendance record.

Benefits of Working With Us:

• Excellent pay rates
• Overtime opportunities
• Term-to-perm opportunity
• Pension contributions
• Online payslips
• Holiday accrual
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Perks at Work
• Friendly and supportive team
• Full-time, stable work
• Opportunities for progression into driving and other roles