Warehouse Operative.

Greater London/ permanent / £28000 - £31000 per Year

Our client based in Hayes is looking for a Warehouse Operative with Freight Forwarding experience.

Various shifts available, nights and days, 4 On 4 off.

£28K-£30K with shift allowance.

Role Overview

As a Warehouse Operative you will be responsible for ensuring that movement and handling of customers goods on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive and dispatch cargo into and out of the warehouse ensuring it is handled correctly
  • Carry out warehouse duties within timeframes stated by company.
  • To ensure all documentation is completed as per requirements.
  • Complying with local legislative requirements & company Policies and procedures.
  • To comply with all aspects of Health & Safety.
  • Fork lift truck driving (counterbalance)
  • Load and unload containers
  • Pallet building
  • Dangerous goods checking
  • Sorting shipments to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently
  • Report any damages or non-compliance to supervisor or manager to be investigated
  • Contribute to the First Choice continuous improvement program


Skills and Experience:



  • Previous experience of working in a busy modern warehouse
  • FLT Counter balance / reach truck licence
  • ADR / Hazardous awareness
  • Good timekeeping and organisational skills
  • Flexible and willing to take on a variety of tasks
  • Reliability and Dependability
  • Self-motivated and is also a key member of the Team
  • Good Interpersonal skills
  • Able to prioritise and perform under pressure
  • High level of attention to detail
  • VNA, Counterbalance and Reach forklift licenses would be beneficial although training can be provided
  • CRB Requirement
  • 5 Year work history