Warehouse Operative (with HGV Class 2 Driver licence)

MacFarlane Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Coventry seeks a Warehouse Operative who holds a valid HGV Class 2 Driver Licence. The role involves managing stock, fulfilling orders, ensuring safety compliance, and providing driving cover. Strong experience in warehouse operations and a collaborative work ethic are essential. The package includes a competitive salary up to £31,000, bonus schemes, and a comprehensive benefits package emphasizing work-life balance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

Up to 27 days holiday

Contributory pension

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Valid HGV Class 2 licence with at least one year’s driving experience.
• Excellent understanding of health & safety and manual handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Receive supplier deliveries and check quantities.
• Pick, pack, load, and dispatch orders accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
• Provide cover for Class 2 driving duties when needed.

Skills

Goods in/out expertise

Teamwork

Flexibility

Clear communication

Education

HGV Class 2 licence

Counterbalance forklift licence

Tools

Forklifts

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Warehouse Operative (with HGV Class 2 Driver Licence)

Location: Coventry (Exhall)

Package: Basic salary up to £31,000.00 (dependent on experience) bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays & additional annual leave purchasing scheme)

Hours: 45 hours across Monday-Friday Only

Sector: Packaging distribution

Protecting what matters, together

We're dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive, and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows.

With history stretching back over 75 years, we offer stability whilst always striving for continual growth. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach will challenge and often stretch you, but it will also give you opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague has the chance to directly influence our success, leading to real job satisfaction and achievement, at all stages of your career.

We provide competitive pay and personalised incentives, alongside adaptable benefits to make your rewards package go further. And additionally, the way we work prioritises work-life balance and flexibility, empowering our colleagues to manage what is most important to them. Our business values commitment, diligence, teamwork, adaptability, and a thirst for learning… so if this sounds like you, come and join us to help drive change that enables businesses to plan for a better future.

The Warehouse Operative (with HGV Class 2 Driver Licence) Role

This is primarily a Warehouse Operative position based at our Coventry Regional Distribution Centre. You'll play a key role in stock handling, order fulfilment, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and safety.

In addition, you'll support the site by providing relief Class 2 driving cover during periods of holiday or sickness. For this reason, a valid HGV Class 2 licence and previous Class 2 driving experience are essential.

Warehouse Operative Key Responsibilities

Goods In & Stock Management

• Receive supplier deliveries, checking quantities and quality against purchase orders.
• Store goods correctly to maintain stock integrity and efficient warehouse flow.
• Record incoming stock accurately and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Order Picking & Dispatch

• Pick, pack, load, and dispatch orders accurately and on time.
• Ensure items are securely packaged to prevent damage in transit.
• Optimise picking routes and methods to support efficiency and customer deadlines.

Inventory Control

• Participate in regular stock counts and audits.
• Maintain accurate inventory records to support availability and planning.
• Process returns in line with company procedures, ensuring correct inspection and documentation.

Customer & Internal Team Support

• Provide prompt, professional support when interacting with customers, suppliers, or colleagues.
• Work closely with Sales and other departments to meet delivery requirements and resolve issues.
• Communicate any stock, quality, or delivery concerns in a timely manner.

Warehouse Standards, Safety & Compliance

• Operate forklifts safely (Counterbalance essential; Bendi/Pivot Steer advantageous).
• Maintain a clean, organised working environment.
• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and ISO standards, reporting concerns where necessary.

HGV Class 2 Driver (cover) key responsibilities

• Provide cover for Class 2 driving duties as required (typically up to 15 drops per day).
• Complete customer deliveries safely, professionally, and in line with route plans.
• Accurately complete delivery notes and relevant documentation.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, reporting defects and maintaining cleanliness/fuelling.
• Handle goods carefully, assessing product condition and reporting damage or issues.
• Drive safely and courteously, following all road traffic regulations and company policies.
• Comply with MOT, vehicle operation, and legal requirements relevant to commercial driving.
• Report incidents, accidents, or licence penalties promptly and co-operate with investigations.

What you will bring

Essential:

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Valid HGV Class 2 licence with at least one year’s driving experience.
• Residing within a comfortable commute of our Coventry (Exhall) site.
• Willingness to work full-time in the warehouse with occasional driving duties.
• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence (Bendi/Pivot Steer beneficial).
• Reliable track record in goods‑in/out or similar operational roles.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and the ability to work well within a team.
• Good understanding of health & safety and manual handling practices.
• Clear communication skills (both verbal and written).

Desirable:

• Experience working with varied product lines or within a fast‑paced warehouse.
• Previous collaboration with sales, purchasing, or other internal departments.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a dynamic environment.

What you will get

We offer a competitive salary, aligned bonus schemes, and a comprehensive flexible benefits package that can include:

• 25 days holiday (rising to 27 with service) + bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme
• Contributory pension
• Free on-site parking
• Company-paid annual volunteering day
• Employee assistance programme
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Employee discount scheme (major retail & leisure brands)
• Simply Health/Dental cover options or BUPA for qualifying roles
• Enhanced HR policies supporting employee wellbeing
• Long service awards (5-40 years)
• Charitable giving options
• Eye test & DSE eyewear support
• EE Mobile discount scheme
• £750 recruitment referral reward scheme

Your future with us

Macfarlane Group is committed to helping colleagues shape their own career paths. We offer structured training plans, professional development, and access to accredited programmes through reputable partners such as the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). Whether you want to deepen your technical skills or step into leadership, we provide clear opportunities to grow.

How to apply

We are moving quickly to shortlist applicants and hope to arrange local interviews soon. Click 'apply' to send us your up‑to‑date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you do not hear from us within 2-3 weeks, please assume your application has not been successful.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific considerations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.

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