At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to manage goods efficiently in a dynamic warehouse environment.
- Company: A forward-thinking company prioritising safety and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for training.
- Other info: We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and develop valuable skills in logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in warehousing, attention to detail, and a valid forklift licence.
The predicted salary is between 25425 - 31075 £ per year.
Job Description
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Stores Operative to support the efficient receipt, storage, movement, and despatch of goods in line with company procedures and health and safety requirements.
The role operates within a warehouse environment and requires accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safe working practices.
- Role: Stores Operative
- Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00am to 16.30pm and Fridays 8am to 1pm, 37 hours per week
Responsibilities
- Accurately receive, store, pick, and despatch goods in accordance with company procedures.
- Maintain accurate stock records, including quantity, batch, and location, using Oracle or a similar ERP system.
- Complete stock transactions using RF scanning devices to ensure real‑time data accuracy.
- Carry out incoming goods checks, including visual inspections, quantity counts, and documentation verification.
- Prepare outbound deliveries and produce associated documentation.
- Safely operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including VNA, Bendi, Reach Truck, and Counterbalance Forklift, in line with training, certification, and site rules.
- Move stock manually or using MHE, following manual‑handling and safe‑lifting practices.
- Liaise with couriers, drivers, and internal departments to resolve stock or documentation queries.
- Comply at all times with Health & Safety, quality, and company policies.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a stores or warehouse environment.
- A high level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- The ability to prioritise workload and work with minimal supervision.
- A proactive and problem‑solving approach to work.
- Physical capability to undertake manual handling duties in a warehouse setting.
- Flexibility to work overtime when required, in line with business needs and working time regulations.
- Essential: Valid and in‑date Counterbalance Forklift licence.
- Desirable: VNA, Bendi, Reach Truck, or additional MHE licences. Training may be considered for suitable candidates.
- Computer literate.
- Hold a valid current full Irish driving licence.
- Minimum of 5 GCSE’s (including Maths and English) pass grade or equivalent qualification.
If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.
Legal authorization to work in United Kingdom is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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