Warehouse Operative / Team Leader

Aligra Personnel Ltd; Hermitage; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Hermitage seeks a motivated Warehouse Operative to join their friendly team. This full-time role offers the potential for career progression into supervisory positions. Candidates should have warehouse experience, attention to detail, and a valid driving licence. Responsibilities include overseeing inventory, picking and packing orders, and ensuring safety in the warehouse. Enjoy a positive work environment with a structured shift from 9:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday, and earn a competitive salary starting at £25,500 annually.

Benefits

1 hour paid lunch break

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must have a full valid driving licence due to site location requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Reliable with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and inspecting goods against purchase orders.
• Maintaining inventory control systems.
• Picking, packing, and dispatching orders.
• Conducting regular stock takes and warehouse maintenance.
• Assisting with vehicle loading.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical fitness

Job description

Our client based in Hermitage is looking for a motivated and experienced Warehouse Operative to join their friendly team!

This full‑time role offers the potential to progress into a permanent position and career progression for the right candidate. If you’re seeking a role with room for growth, static working hours and a positive, supportive environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Have you worked for Harrods, DHL, or XPO Logistics? If so, this role will allow you to take your warehouse experience to the next level!

Why you’ll love this role

• Career progression — work your way to a Team Leader/Supervisory role!
• 1 hour paid lunch break — no break deductions!
• Join a supportive team in a well‑organised warehouse environment
• Gain diverse experience: stock management, order picking, and equipment handling

Pay & Shift

• Monday to Friday (37.5 hrs per week)
• From £25,500 per annum
• 09:00am to 17:00pm

What you’ll be doing

• Receiving and inspecting goods against purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
• Maintaining inventory control systems.
• Picking, packing, and dispatching orders with care to prevent damage.
• Ensuring correct stock rotation using FIFO principles.
• Conducting regular stock takes and warehouse maintenance.
• Assisting with vehicle loading and basic equipment conversions.
• Reporting safety concerns promptly to your manager.

What we’re looking for

• A motivated individual with warehouse experience looking for career progression.
• A full valid driving licence due to site location requirements.
• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential — full training provided.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced setting with attention to detail.
• Reliability, a positive attitude, and physical fitness for manual tasks.

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK's leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors.