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Labourer / Dispatch Operative
Job summary
A leading logistics company in Wakefield is seeking Dispatch Labourers for a 3-day weekend shift. Responsibilities include preparing outgoing deliveries, maintaining stock accuracy, and ensuring timely dispatch. Ideal candidates will have experience in a warehouse setting, strong organisational and time management skills. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for overtime.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a dispatch or warehouse environment is preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for dispatch.
- Book shipments with couriers and generate delivery documentation.
- Ensure accurate stock handling and inventory control.
- Maintain a clean and organised dispatch area.
- Follow health and safety procedures.
Skills
Dispatch Labourers required for a leading client in the Castleford area. This is for a 3 day weekend shift Friday / Saturday / Sunday. Training however will be on standard day shift (approx 4 weeks) Monday to Friday (Apply online only).
As a Dispatch Operative, you will be responsible for preparing and coordinating outgoing deliveries, ensuring all goods are packed accurately and shipped on time. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, ideal for someone with strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for dispatch
- Book shipments with couriers and generate delivery documentation (labels, invoices, etc.)
- Ensure accurate stock handling and inventory control
- Maintain a clean and organised dispatch area
- Follow health and safety procedures at all times
- Assist with stocktakes and other warehouse duties when required
- Previous experience in a dispatch or warehouse environment (manufacturing sector preferred)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Basic IT skills for booking systems and documentation
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Pay £12.77 + Shift Allowance + Overtime
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