Warehouse Operative / Controller

Based in Cote, Highbridge, this full-time Warehouse Operative / Controller position offers £14.00 to £15.49 per hour. Working Monday to Thursday from 07:30 to 17:00, this temporary role holds the prospect of permanent employment for the right candidate. Daily tasks involve precise stock administration within Sage 50, alongside physical duties such as operating a Reach Truck and managing goods inwards and outwards. Picking and replenishment also feature prominently. The ideal applicant will possess solid warehousing experience and comfort handling computerised records. Strong organisational abilities are essential for maintaining accurate inventory. This role suits a hands-on professional seeking a stable, long-term position within a structured team environment.

Location: Highbridge Salary: Up to £15.49 per hour, depending on experience Hours: Monday to Thursday, 07:30-17:00 Contract: Temp to Perm Job Type: Full-time Pertemps are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Warehouse Operative / Controller to join their team in Highbridge . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional looking for a temp 2 perm position , combining hands-on warehouse duties with stock control and administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate stock records using Sage 50 , while also carrying out day-to-day warehouse duties including Reach Truck operation, goods in/out, picking and stock replenishment .

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately record incoming goods, dispatches, stock adjustments and damages using Sage 50
• Carry out regular stock checks and cycle counts, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Process purchase orders, pick lists and delivery notes through Sage 50
• Investigate stock variances, incorrect locations and delivery discrepancies
• Safely operate a Reach Truck to move and store stock within high-bay racking
• Unload incoming deliveries and check goods against delivery documentation
• Prepare and stage outgoing orders for dispatch
• Monitor stock levels and replenish picking locations as required
• Pick, pack and label orders during busy periods
• Complete daily forklift safety checks
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe warehouse environment
• Work closely with drivers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure the smooth movement of stock

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• 2–3 years' experience within a warehouse controller, senior warehouse operative or similar position
• Proven experience using Sage 50 , particularly for stock control, inventory management or order processing
• A valid and accredited Reach Truck licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent stock accuracy
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• The ability to investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
• Good communication skills
• A proactive, hands‑on approach to warehouse operations
• The ability to comfortably handle standard warehouse duties and work at height within high-bay racking

What's on Offer?

If you have experience using Sage 50, hold a Reach Truck licence and are looking for your next opportunity in warehouse and stock control, we'd love to hear from you.

• Pay rate up to £15.49 per hour , dependent on experience
• Monday to Thursday, 07:30-17:00 36-hour working week
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position with an established business
• Varied role combining warehouse operations, stock control and administration