Warehouse and Logistics Operative
Are you an unappreciated or frustrated Warehouse Operative, and feel that you have a lot more to offer your employer
Are you full of great ideas but you don’t presently feel listened to, and could you add a whole lot more that would make the tasks even quicker, easier and better
Do your efforts and performance successes go unrecognised by your present employer, or do you feel you’re not being rewarded appropriately for the results you are getting
Do you love doing a great job on time, and fulfilling all your orders daily
If you want to join an established business that will appreciate your successes, compensate you accordingly, and be an important cog in their growth plan, then this is the job for you!
Our client is a Pump Retail Specialist based in Chesterfield and who supply nationally and have an in-house repair facility.
They are seeking an experienced, passionate and results-oriented Warehouse and Logistics Operative, and someone who wants to progress their career.
This is an important role, and you will be part of a growing, successful team who are focused on getting the business to the next level.
Salary and Hours:
Full-Time or Part-Time
Pro Rata: £13 – £15 per hour plus overtime / bonus
Full-time working in the office
Monday – Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm and Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Benefits They Offer:
Paid training
Career growth opportunities
Healthcare insurance after 2 years of continuous work
Dental insurance after 2 years of continuous work
Sick pay cover
Early finish on a Friday
Duties and Responsibilities:
Book daily couriers, generate shipping labels, and ensure all dispatch paperwork is accurate.
Pick, pack, and dispatch customer orders in a timely manner.
Receive deliveries, check against purchase orders, and store goods correctly.
Maintain accurate stock levels within the system, including regular stock counts and reporting shortages / overstock.
Keep the warehouse / workshop organised, tidy, and compliant with health and safety requirements.
Assist with returns, repairs, and customer collections, ensuring correct documentation and handling.
Support workshop activities where required, including builds, hose assemblies, and basic equipment checks / cleaning.
Telephone support to proactively advise customers on the progress of their shipment.
Prepare equipment for servicing or dispatch (cleaning, visual inspection, basic prep work).
Log stock movements into the CRM or accounting system (e.g. Sage) where required.
Provide operational support to the wider team as needed.
Results Expected:
All customer orders are picked, packed, and dispatched accurately and on time each day.
Courier bookings and shipping paperwork are completed correctly, ensuring no delays in collections or deliveries.
Stock records are kept accurate through timely logging, counts, and reporting, reducing shortages and overstock.
The warehouse / workshop is kept clean, organised, and safe, supporting efficiency and compliance with H&S.
Returns, repairs, and customer collections are handled smoothly and professionally.
Workshop and operational staff are supported effectively, freeing up their time to focus on core duties.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to organise and prioritise daily tasks to ensure all orders are dispatched on time.
Basic IT skills to use courier booking systems, generate labels, and update stock records.
Understanding of safe manual handling practices and general health and safety awareness.
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stock control, deliveries, and paperwork.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, supporting colleagues when required.
Willingness to learn about the company’s products and services to assist with workshop / operational tasks.
A positive, practical attitude with the flexibility to adapt to varied duties within the role.
Meet These Standards:
Be punctual, reliable, and presentable always.
Follow company health and safety rules and use safe manual handling practices.
Complete tasks accurately and with attention to detail, reducing errors and delays.
Maintain a clean and organised work area, taking pride in the company’s facilities.
Communicate clearly with colleagues, supporting teamwork and smooth handovers.
Experience Needed:
Practical, hands-on work (e.g. warehouse, workshop, trade, or similar).
Use of basic IT systems for tasks such as data entry, printing labels, or booking deliveries.
Working in a team environment and following instructions accurately.
Maintaining a tidy and organised workspace.
Handling goods, tools, or equipment safely.
Other Requirements:
Physically able to carry out manual handling tasks (lifting, moving, and packing goods safely).
Willing to work flexibly, supporting other areas of the business when required.
Prepared to work occasional overtime during busy periods to ensure orders are dispatched on time.
Comply with all company health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Maintain a positive and proactive attitude, even when carrying out repetitive or varied tasks.
In Summary
If you want to join a well-established business and be a catalyst for their future growth, then this is the job for you!
Come join our client’s team and contribute to their mission of delivering Exceptional Pumping Installations and Servicing.
Their selection process is unique in the marketplace and attracts motivated, productive team members, who they know will be successful and have a great career with them.
They look forward to hearing from you. Don't miss this opportunity.
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