Warehouse Operatives

Clearline Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking Warehouse / Distribution Operatives in Burgess Hill. This role involves picking, packing, and dispatching orders in a clean and regulated environment. Candidates should have a GCSE in Maths and English and previous warehouse experience. Competitive pay is offered along with opportunities for training and development. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm.

Benefits

Competitive and weekly pay

Generous holiday pay

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a driver and have reliable access to a vehicle due to rural location.
• Previous warehouse, logistics or distribution experience.
• Forklift licence, logistics qualifications or IATA certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurate picking, packing and dispatching of customer orders.
• Efficient goods receipt and correct placement of stock.
• Meeting personal and team KPIs for order fulfillment.

Skills

Driver with reliable vehicle access

Ability to work accurately and efficiently

Basic IT skills

Team player

Education

GCSE pass in Maths and English

Tools

SAP WM/EWM

Forklift licence

Job description

Role: Warehouse / Distribution Operative
Location: Burgess Hill
Hours: Monday - Friday (7:30am - 3:30pm) / 7.5 hours per day & 37.5 hours per week
Pay: 14.91 per hour PAYE (excluding holiday pay)

Temporary 6 Months Assignment - Inside IR35

An excellent opportunity has arisen for multiple Warehouse / Distribution Operatives to join one of our longstanding clients, a leading organisation within the global supply chain sector, based in Burgess Hill.

Benefits:

• Competitive and weekly pay + generous holiday pay
• Join a well-established and high-performing distribution team
• Work in a clean, regulated, and safety-first environment
• Ongoing training with opportunities for accreditation (SAP, forklift, IATA)

The Requirements:

• Must be a driver and have reliable access to a vehicle due to rural location
• GCSE (or equivalent) pass in Maths and English
• Previous warehouse, logistics or distribution experience
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently within a fast-paced environment
• Basic IT skills and comfortable using SAP WM/EWM (training provided)
• A team player who is flexible, proactive and safety-conscious
• Forklift licence, logistics qualifications or IATA certification (desirable)
• Working knowledge of temperature-controlled goods handling (preferred)

The Role:

This hands-on, shop floor-based role forms part of the supply chain department and reports into the Warehouse Shift Supervisor. Your responsibilities will include:

• Accurate picking, packing and dispatching of customer orders
• Efficient goods receipt and correct placement of stock in designated areas (room temperature, chilled, and frozen)
• Meeting personal and team KPIs - ensuring orders are fulfilled OTIF (on time in full)
• Assisting with vehicle loading/unloading and general site material handling
• Supporting bin replenishment, urgent backorders and cross-docking activity
• Carrying out daily housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment
• Following all SOPs, quality procedures and compliance guidelines
• Using SAP Warehouse Management Systems (training provided) to track stock and update processes
• Contributing to inventory checks, process improvement, and cross-department support when needed
• Adhering to all safety and regulatory standards and escalating any SHE concerns

If you're keen to join an exceptional team who can offer a supportive environment with progression and development opportunities, then please apply to this Warehouse / Distribution Operative role below or call Chloe McCausland at Clearline Recruitment on (phone number removed) between 9am - 5:30pm.