Depot Operative in Whitchurch

Your Company: NET Recruit are delighted to be partnering with a leading engineering and equipment hire organisation who are seeking a Depot Operative to join their team in a full-time, permanent capacity based at their Fawley Yard facility. This organisation is recognised for delivering high-quality engineering and temperature control solutions to customers across a wide range of commercial and industrial sectors. With a strong focus on operational excellence, safety and customer satisfaction, they continue to invest in their people, equipment and facilities to support their growing customer base.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring hire equipment is maintained to the highest standards, safely stored and prepared for customer delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and hands-on individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced depot environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional operational standards.

Your Roles and Responsibilities:

• Receiving, unloading and safely storing hire equipment within the depot, ensuring stock is organised efficiently.
• Cleaning, maintaining and testing cold store units and associated equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Inspecting, servicing and preparing hire equipment to ensure it is fully operational prior to customer dispatch.
• Accurately picking equipment for customer hire orders based on operational requirements.
• Updating inventory records and maintaining accurate stock information using internal computer systems.
• Supporting the loading and unloading of hire equipment while ensuring quality standards are consistently maintained.
• Carrying out routine inspections to identify maintenance requirements and report equipment issues promptly.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the depot and ensuring all work areas remain safe and organised.
• Adhering to all company health and safety policies and procedures, including manual handling guidance.
• Participating in a planned depot standby and call-out rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays where required.

What You Will Need to Apply:

The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience working within a warehouse, depot, logistics, engineering or equipment hire environment where maintaining operational standards and supporting customer requirements have been key responsibilities. Applicants should possess excellent organisational skills and demonstrate the ability to work efficiently within a busy operational environment while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Candidates should be confident using computer systems and Microsoft Office applications to maintain inventory records and process equipment movements. Previous experience operating forklifts would be highly advantageous, although this is not essential. Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented approach will be essential, alongside the ability to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively. Applicants should also be comfortable carrying out manual handling duties and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. The successful individual will be reliable, proactive and safety-conscious, with a strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high standards of service. A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to participate in a planned standby rota will also be required.

What You Will Get in Return:

For the successful candidate, a competitive salary will be offered, alongside a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, healthcare, life insurance, wellbeing initiatives and access to ongoing learning and development opportunities. The successful candidate will also benefit from a structured induction programme, continuous training and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a supportive and growing organisation. This role presents an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where teamwork, safety and operational excellence are highly valued. The successful candidate will become an integral part of a collaborative depot team, playing a key role in ensuring customers receive high-quality equipment and exceptional service every time.

To enquire further about this exciting position, please reach out to: Christina Smith – Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist.