Lead Warehouse Operative

Vacancy at Subsea Technology & Rentals (STR)

Lead Warehouse Operative

Vacancy listed06/11/2026

Details

Manage day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring goods are received and processed accurately and promptly, and outgoing goods are correctly manifested and prepared for dispatch.

Ensure warehouse-related vehicles, including the forklift truck and company vans, are maintained.

Maintain high standards of quality, cleanliness and safety throughout the warehouse and yard.

Manage local stock levels in collaboration with the technical team and SCM to maintain appropriate stock availability.

Principal Accountabilities

• Manage day-to-day goods-in, goods-out and warehouse activities, including forklift operations.
• Accurately book in returned equipment. Record and report any damage or discrepancies that may result in a client recharge.
• Accurately process inbound and outbound manifests within CSAM (internal asset management system).
• Check inbound and outbound equipment against the relevant shipping manifests, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare shipments for dispatch, ensuring shipping manifests are accurate and goods are suitably prepared for transport.
• Raise shipping manifests when requested – Return to owner, out for repair etc.
• Accurately and promptly record receipt of goods against the relevant purchase orders.
• Carry out housekeeping and maintenance in the warehouse and yard, and across the wider site when required.
• Deliver and collect equipment using company vehicles, representing the company professionally.
• Work effectively with other departments to ensure goods are dispatched on time.
• Ensure the forklift truck, company vans and other warehouse equipment are maintained in accordance with company and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate stock records at the worksite and carry out stocktakes to verify physical quantities against recorded balances. Monitor local stock levels and work with the technical team and SCM to maintain appropriate stock availability.
• Support the Regional Technical & Operations Team in tracking purchased parts for assets under repair. On receipt, ensure parts are stored with the corresponding equipment.
• Supervise Warehouse Operatives and coordinate their day-to-day activities.
• Ensure warehouse activities comply with company procedures and documented processes.
• Maintain accurate warehouse records and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, organisation and utilisation.
• Arrange freight for final delivery by booking local and international courier services or coordinating shipments with freight forwarders during periods of cover.
• HSEQ – Ensure a safe, compliant and quality-focused working environment within the warehouse, promoting best practices and adherence to company HSEQ procedures.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent).
• A current driving licence valid in the UK is essential.

Job knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience in warehousing, goods receiving and stock control.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using stock control systems and asset management systems.
• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience in a rental warehouse environment is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Private medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Wellbeing package such as additional paid leave day per year, enhanced sick pay and lunch and learns
• Comprehensive, ongoing training and development programmes such as STR Academy
• Bonus plan
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Social events
• Charity/community events
• Service awards
• Competitive salary