Warehouse Assistant
/ Driver - Stockbridge Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative / Driver to join an established and successful agricultural supplies business based in Stockbridge .
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent , with training and development opportunities available.
The Role
You will initially be responsible for picking and preparing customer orders , ensuring goods are accurately selected and ready for dispatch.
The position also includes customer deliveries when required , along with providing holiday cover for the company's drivers during quieter periods between January-March and October-December .
This is a varied, hands-on position that would suit someone who enjoys a combination of warehouse and driving duties and is keen to develop their skills within a successful business.
Key Responsibilities
- Picking customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Preparing orders for dispatch
- Checking stock and ensuring orders are correct
- Moving and organising stock within the warehouse
- Loading vehicles ready for delivery
- Carrying out customer deliveries when required
- Providing holiday cover for drivers during quieter periods
- Carrying out general warehouse duties
- Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised
- Following all health and safety procedures
- Working as part of a team to meet daily requirements
- Learning and using the company's new warehouse computer system when introduced
- Completing relevant computer and system input as required
- Supporting the wider warehouse operation when required
A full UK driving licence is essential , as driving and delivery duties will form part of the role.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous warehouse experience, although this is not essential
- A reliable, hardworking and organised approach
- Good attention to detail
- A full UK driving licence
- The ability to work as part of a team
- A willingness to learn and develop within the role
- Must be aged 25 or over due to insurance requirements
- Counterbalance, Reach Truck or Order Picker experience/licences would be advantageous but are not essential
Training for the relevant forklift licences will be provided to the right candidate once permanent.
What's on Offer?
- £28,000 - £31,000 per annum
- £50 weekly KPI bonus
- GBS bonus based on length of service and daily rate
- Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
- 1-hour lunch break
- Temp-to-perm opportunity
- Uniform and safety boots provided once permanent
- Private medical cover after 1 year's service
- Staff discount at cost price + VAT
- Free on-site parking
- Training and development opportunities
Apply Today!
This is an excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Operative / Driver looking for a stable, Monday-to-Friday position with a well-established company and the opportunity to secure a permanent position, gain additional licences and develop your skills .
Pay: £28,000 - £31,000 per year