Warehouse Operatives

B&M Retail; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks' holiday

Weekly pay

Colleague discount

Canteen on-site

Free on-site parking

Benefits portal

Career progression

Training opportunities

Job summary

B&M Retail is seeking Warehouse Colleagues at our Bedford Distribution Centre. The role offers consistent hours, competitive benefits and clear progression paths.

You will help keep stores stocked and customers served, with full training provided for operating equipment and safety procedures. Base details include strong hourly pay with shift premiums and bonuses, plus generous employee discounts and benefits.

Qualifications

• No experience? No problem. Full training will be provided — including how to safely operate Low-Level Order Pickers (LLOPs).
• Ability to work as part of a team and to meet performance targets.
• Comfortable with manual handling in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Picking and preparing stock for delivery using MHE (full training provided)
• All training will take place during our day shifts
• Building accurate and secure pallets ready for transport
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and teamwork

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Manual handling

Job description

(pro rata)

Warehouse Colleagues

Location: Bedford Distribution Centre
Salary: £25,350 - £29,055 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift

• Monday - Friday Rotational: 6:00am-2:00pm & 2:00pm-10:00pm

Are you looking for a role with consistent hours, great benefits, and real opportunities for progression? Join one of the UK's fastest-growing retailers at our Bedford Distribution Centre. No chilled or freezer work involved

What You'll Be Doing

As a Warehouse Colleague, you'll be a key part of ensuring our stores are well-stocked and our customers are well-served.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Picking and preparing stock for delivery using MHE (full training provided)
• All training will take place during our day shifts
• Building accurate and secure pallets ready for transport
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and teamwork

No experience? No problem. Full training will be provided — including how to safely operate Low-Level Order Pickers (LLOPs).

What We’re Looking For

• Team players with a positive attitude and good attention to detail
• Self-motivated individuals who can work independently and hit performance targets
• Comfortable with manual handling in a fast-paced environment
• While warehouse experience is a plus, it's not essential - we'll train the right people

Pay & Incentives

• Base hourly rate: £13.00
• Shift premium: Additional £1.90 per hour on night shift.
• Weekend premium: Additional 50p per hour
• Performance bonus: Picking incentive - earn an extra £3.00 per hour

Employee Benefits

• Up to 5 weeks' holiday (pro rata)
• Weekly pay with online payslip access
• 10% colleague discount at B&M and Heron Foods (with special 20% discount events throughout the year)
• Subsidised on-site canteen - enjoy fresh, healthy, and affordable meals
• Free on-site parking and e-scooter charging points
• Access to our colleague benefits portal - offering retail, travel, and leisure discounts with cashback options
• Career progression - we prioritise internal development and promotion
• Regular training and development opportunities

B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues