Warehouse Operative (Ambient)

Blakemore Trade Partners; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Staff discount

Long service awards

Cycle to work

Job summary

Ambient Warehouse Operative role based in Willenhall. Fixed night shift pattern Thursday to Sunday, 8pm–6am. Base pay £14.51 per standard hour, plus £1.56 night shift allowance (10pm–6am) and £0.63 per hour reach truck FLT allowance if RTITB licence held.

The role sits within Logistics, Distribution & Warehouse and offers a comprehensive benefits package. The position is permanent, 40 hours per week with on-site facilities and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Essential: Numerate and literate.

Responsibilities

• Receipt of deliveries in accordance with delivery schedules.
• Safe storage of stock within the warehouse facility.
• Accurate processing and assembly of customer orders.
• Report stock shortages to all stakeholders in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conducting stocktaking activity in accordance with planned schedules.
• Safe, accurate loading and unloading of commercial vehicles in accordance with client service schedules.
• Report vehicle defects to line manager.
• Ensure forklift trucks are maintained and repaired to agreed service schedules.

Skills

Numerate

Literacy

Education

RTITB licence

Job description

Ambient Warehouse Operative

Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday fixed night shift pattern, 8pm until 6am

£14.51 per standard hour

Plus £1.56 per hour night shift allowance from 10pm until 6am

Plus £0.63 per hour reach truck FLT allowance if a RTITB licence is held

About Us

At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UK’s largest privately owned businesses, employing over 5,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We’re constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career.

Role overview

Ambient Warehouse Operative. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday fixed night shift pattern, 8pm until 6am. £14.51 per standard hour. Plus £1.56 per hour night shift allowance from 10pm until 6am. Plus £0.63 per hour reach truck FLT allowance if a RTITB licence is held. About Us: At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UK’s largest privately owned businesses, employing over 5,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We’re constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career. Today, we operate at the heart of communities across the UK, with 243 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail, food service, and wholesale distribution. Food and drink remain at the core of everything we do, driving our passion for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences. SPAR is the world’s largest international food retail chain, encompassing more than 13,800 stores in 48 countries. With more than 2,600 stores and a turnover in excess of £3 billion, SPAR is also the UK’s leading convenience store group. Being a ‘symbol’ group means that individual SPAR members retain their independence but enjoy the many benefits of being a part of a global brand.

Key Accountabilities

• Receipt of deliveries in accordance with delivery schedules
• Safe storage of stock within the warehouse facility
• Accurate processing and assembly of customer orders
• Report stock shortages to all stakeholders in a timely and efficient manner
• Conducting stocktaking activity in accordance with planned schedules
• Safe, accurate loading and unloading of commercial vehicles in accordance with client service schedules
• Report vehicle defects to line manager
• Ensure forklift trucks are maintained and repaired to agreed service schedules

Generic Responsibilities

• Responsible for depot housekeeping and other warehousing functions
• Behave within the principles of the company’s values at all times
• Maintain employee and organisational confidentiality in line with the Data Protection Act
• Demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity
• Comply with Health and Safety responsibilities in line with the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policy
• Comply with all other policy and legal requirements in relation to the role

Essential

Key knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required

Numerate and literate

What's in it for you?

• Free On-site Car Parking
• Excellent benefits package including:
• Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
• Outstanding Training & Development
• Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced convenience store
• Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
• Proactive promotion of internal candidates
• Paid Breaks
• Free Tea & Coffee
• Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’
• 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal
• Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
• Company Pension Scheme
• NEST pension scheme
• Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
• Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme
• Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme
• Long Service Awards

Location: Willenhall

Inclusive environment

as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Department

Logistics, Distribution & Warehouse

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

40 hours per week

Salary

£14.51 per standard hour + £1.56p/h Night shift allowance +63p p/h FLT allowance

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Cover
• Staff Discount
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Volunteering Opportunities
• Savings Scheme

Closing date for applications

21st September, 2026