At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in warehouse operations, including picking, packing, and customer service.
- Company: Join Plumb Centre, a leading trade merchant with a people-first approach.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, generous leave, and health perks.
- Other info: Full-time role with excellent career growth opportunities and a positive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and develop your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in a warehouse and strong communication skills are preferred.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 14 £ per hour.
Salary: £26,695 Bonus Excellent Benefits
We are Plumb Centre, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do and provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.
In addition to the £26,695 salary, there are also benefits including:
- Annual leave (increasing with length of service)
- A generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%)
- Potential to earn bonuses
- Enhanced maternity/adoption leave
- Access to a great range of online and high street discounts
- Free access to healthcare
- Popular YuLife app
- Cycle to Work scheme
As an Operations Assistant based in Reading, you will be responsible for:
- General Warehouse duties
- Picking and packing stock, which will involve heavy lifting and manual handling of heavy items like boilers, radiators, toilets etc.
- Loading/unloading vehicles safely
- Ensuring the workplace is tidy and adheres to our health and safety procedures
- Supporting the Trade Counter as required, providing exceptional customer service at all times
The role is a full-time, permanent position, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 07:00-16:00. Alternate Saturdays 08:00-12:00 after probation, paid as overtime.
Here’s what we’d like you to have:
- Experience working in a warehouse or similar environment
- Full UK manual driving license is preferable - to cover driver holidays
- Able to handle a physically demanding job
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in customer interactions
- Dependable team player, prepared to support in all areas of the branch with a strong work ethic
- Eagerness to learn, with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
We look forward to receiving your application!
Operations Assistant in Reading employer: Wolseley
At Plumb Centre, part of the Wolseley Group, we are committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Reading. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development through our Wolseley Talent Guild. With a focus on health and wellbeing, we offer initiatives like free healthcare access and a Cycle to Work scheme, making us an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding career in operations.
