Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative / Driver to join an established and successful agricultural supplies business based in Stockbridge.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent, with training and development opportunities available.
The Role
You will initially be responsible for picking and preparing customer orders, ensuring goods are accurately selected and ready for dispatch.
The position also includes customer deliveries when required, along with providing holiday cover for the company's drivers during quieter periods between January-March and October-December.
This is a varied, hands-on position that would suit someone who enjoys a combination of warehouse and driving duties and is keen to develop their skills within a successful business.
Key Responsibilities
Picking customer orders accurately and efficiently
Preparing orders for dispatch
Checking stock and ensuring orders are correct
Moving and organising stock within the warehouse
Loading vehicles ready for delivery
Carrying out customer deliveries when required
Providing holiday cover for drivers during quieter periods
Carrying out general warehouse duties
Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised
Following all health and safety procedures
Working as part of a team to meet daily requirements
Learning and using the company's new warehouse computer system when introduced
Completing relevant computer and system input as required
Supporting the wider warehouse operation when requiredA full UK driving licence is essential, as driving and delivery duties will form part of the role.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous warehouse experience, although this is not essential
A reliable, hardworking and organised approach
Good attention to detail
A full UK driving licence
The ability to work as part of a team
A willingness to learn and develop within the role
Must be aged 25 or over due to insurance requirements
Counterbalance, Reach Truck or Order Picker experience/licences would be advantageous but are not essentialTraining for the relevant forklift licences will be provided to the right candidate once permanent.
What's on Offer?
£28,000 - £31,000 per annum
£50 weekly KPI bonus
GBS bonus based on length of service and daily rate
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
1-hour lunch break
Temp-to-perm opportunity
Uniform and safety boots provided once permanent
Private medical cover after 1 year's service
Staff discount at cost price + VAT
Free on-site parking
Training and development opportunities
Apply Today!
This is an excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Operative / Driver looking for a stable, Monday-to-Friday position with a well-established company and the opportunity to secure a permanent position, gain additional licences and develop your skills.
Pay: £28,000 - £31,000 per year
Salary description
£28000.00 - £31000.00 per year