Job Title: Warehouse Team Leader
Location: Leeds/Wakefield/Barnsley
Department: Procurement
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
When you join BOXT, you join more than a trailblazing installation company. You become part of a rapidly growing team of experts. A proud partner with EDF Energy, Worcester Bosch, B&Q, Tesla, and Rangers Football Club – among others. Backed by Brookfield and a part of the HomeServe group. And part of a team that works together to empower our customers' homes and lives.
BOXT Offers
* A great team culture – You will work across departments to make incredible things happen. Then, celebrate regularly with team socials and annual parties
* A market-leading tech platform – Our team of developers is constantly improving our award-winning platform to support customers and engineers
* Employee progression – We're passionate about our products and enjoy helping others. We also encourage extra training to support career progression
* Customer champions – Our unique online journey empowers our customers. And through our award-winning app, we provide ongoing five-star support throughout the lifetime of our products
* Award-winning products – We work with leading manufacturers to install high-quality products, with many being Which? and Quietmark approved
* Global investors – We're proud to be backed by Brookfield and part of the HomeServe Group
Job Purpose
To lead by example in the day-to-day execution of warehouse operations, working hands-on with the team to ensure the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of goods. The Warehouse Team Leader supports the Warehouse Supervisor by overseeing operatives, maintaining workflow, and stepping up to cover supervisory duties when required.
What You’ll Do
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Promote and maintain a safe working environment by ensuring team members follow health and safety procedures
* Conduct basic safety checks and report hazards or incidents promptly
* Support the Warehouse Supervisor in maintaining compliance with safety standards and procedures
* Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure the warehouse is clean, organised, and audit-ready
* Ensure accurate completion of documentation and system updates related to stock movement and order fulfilment
Operational Oversight
* Provide daily direction, supervision and support to Warehouse Operatives, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently
* Actively participate in all warehouse functions including goods-in, putaway, picking, packing, and despatch
* Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and in line with standard operating procedures
* Assist with training new team members and supporting ongoing development of operatives
People Management
* Act as the first point of contact for operational queries and escalate issues to the Warehouse Supervisor as needed
* Support the Warehouse Supervisor in monitoring team performance and maintaining high standards of conduct and productivity
* Step up to cover Warehouse Supervisor responsibilities during periods of absence or as delegated
Essential
Who You Are:
* Experience in a warehouse or logistics environment, ideally in a senior operative or team leader role
* Strong communication skills and the ability to lead by example in a hands-on environment
* Good understanding of warehouse processes and health & safety practices
* Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
* Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of work
* Basic IT skills and familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS)
Desirable
* Experience in industries involving boilers, air conditioning, heat pumps, solar, or EV charging products
* Recognised health and safety training (e.g., manual handling, IOSH Working Safely)
* Forklift license or experience with material handling equipment (MHE)
Benefits
We have a great culture at BOXT, working closely together as one team. Our founders wanted to create a company that was disruptive, innovative, and forward thinking and they’ve created a positive, welcoming environment for people to work and thrive within.
Your benefits include…
* 30 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Free tea, coffee, fruit, and breakfast
* Modern offices
* Social events
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits
* Private medical cover*
* Company pension
* Death in service benefit*
* After probationary period
How To Apply
If you’d like to join the BOXT team, then please send an email with your CV and get creative to tell us why you think you’d be a great fit for this role and our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr