Warehouse Operative - Portland

CRH; England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water management solutions is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join their UK Wastewater Services team in Portland. The role involves picking, packing, and shipping orders, as well as manual handling. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, practical abilities, and previous warehouse experience. The position offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension

Life Assurance

Sick Pay

Employee Referral Scheme

Mental Health First Aiders

Free Parking

Minimum of 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Good general level of education including maths and English.
• Previous stores/warehouse experience essential.
• Current valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Picking, packing & shipping orders.
• Use of company ERP system.
• Manual handling, lifting heavy objects.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good customer service skills

IT literate – good computer skills

Practical skills

Education

Good general education including maths and English

Tools

Forklift licences for Bendi and Counter Balance trucks

Job description

Overview

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses and public bodies rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

Job Title and Location

Job Title: Warehouse Operative

Location: Portland

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Responsibilities

Responsible for:

Being part of the UK Wastewater Services team carrying out duties working within the stores team.

Key Duties:

• Picking, packing & shipping orders
• Use of company ERP system (Training will be given)
• Work as part of a team to co-operate with other members of staff
• Manual Handling, lifting heavy objects
• Stocktaking and cycle counting
• Occasional use of company vehicles to deliver to wastewater sites

Qualifications and Competence

Competence and Qualifications:

• Good general level of education including maths and English.

Competence:

This opportunity would suit somebody with practical skills, who likes being part of a hardworking team, has good interpersonal & communication abilities plus has numeracy and literacy skills.

Skills & Attributes

• IT literate – good computer skills
• Good communication skills and customer service skills
• Evidence of being a hard worker (i.e. from work experience, part-time jobs or from school activities)
• Able to communicate effectively to company management and staff
• To work as part of a team and to co-operate with other staff
• Conduct all the work activities in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the company

Physical & Other Requirements

• Previous stores/warehouse experience essential
• Current valid driving licence
• There will be some heavy lifting involved
• Forklift licences for Bendi and Counter Balance trucks would be advantageous

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Pension
• 2 x Life Assurance Policy
• Sick Pay
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Free Parking
• Minimum of 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

What Hydro International Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Highly competitive salary package
• Comprehensive secondary benefits
• Significant contribution to your pension plan
• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

Connect your future to CRH

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