Key Details
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
- Job Type / Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
- Location: Colchester, Essex
- Category: Warehouse / Logistics / Production
- Salary / Pay Rate: £13.12 per hour
- Shift / Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (Training Shift: 7:00am – 3:00pm)
About The Role
All Square Recruitment is excited to partner with a reputable client based in Colchester, Essex, to recruit a reliable and hands‑on Warehouse Operative. This is a fantastic temporary‑to‑permanent opportunity offering genuine long‑term stability, working within a busy warehouse and production environment. The role is primarily focused on general warehouse duties, with occasional forklift operation making up part of your responsibilities, so you’ll join a friendly and supportive management team that values consistency and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out general warehouse duties, including goods‑in, picking, and organising stock within a busy production environment
- Load goods into the warehouse in a timely and organised manner
- Operate a Forklift safely and efficiently as required, supporting wider warehouse operations
- Work within a fast‑paced goods‑in department, supporting daily operational demands
- Collaborate closely with the wider team to ensure goods are handled and processed efficiently
- Carry out manual handling duties, including the regular lifting of items up to 25kg
- Adhere strictly to health & safety and manual handling guidelines at all times
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with warehouse procedures
Candidate Requirements & Qualifications
- A valid, in‑date Forklift licence is essential
- Previous experience as a Warehouse Operative or within a warehouse/logistics environment is highly desirable
- Comfortable and confident with manual handling, including regularly lifting up to 25kg
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good communication skills, reliability, and a strong work ethic
- Willingness to work within a busy goods‑in and production environment
Benefits & Working Environment
- Temporary‑to‑permanent contract with genuine progression opportunities
- Friendly and supportive management team
- Consistent working hours with regular overtime available
- Free on‑site parking and good transport links
- Busy, team‑focused warehouse and production environment
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Warehouse Operative in Colchester employer: All Square Recruitment Ltd
All Square Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment in Basildon where teamwork and safety are prioritised. With immediate start opportunities, flexible rotating shifts, and a clear pathway to permanent employment, employees can expect a welcoming onboarding experience and the chance for personal and professional growth within a thriving production team.
Contact Details:
All Square Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
