Night Shift Warehouse Operative

Sunday to Thursday: 9:00pm to 6:00am
Holme Dodsworth Metals is one of the UK’s largest importers and distributors of non-ferrous and speciality metals, supplying industry for over 140 years.
As a UK family-owned business, we have built our reputation on quality, reliability and exceptional customer service. These standards are reflected in our industry-leading Net Promoter Scores, with customers consistently recommending us.
With eight strategically located hubs across the UK, we offer nationwide reach, responsive service and a collaborative culture that empowers our people to succeed.
Our Values
Our people are the foundation of our success. We live by five key values:
Teamwork – We collaborate across our hubs to deliver exceptional results.
Commitment – We keep our promises and build long-term relationships.
Diligence – Precision, care and quality underpin everything we do.
Enthusiasm – We bring energy and pride to our work.
Respect – We value our colleagues, customers and partners equally.
These values are central to our continued growth and are one of the reasons we are so highly recommended by our customers.

The Role
We have an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking Night Warehouse Operative to join our Basingstoke team.
Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor and Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for unloading, picking, handling and loading for customer orders. You will also support the safe loading and unloading of vehicles and help maintain an organised, efficient and safe warehouse.
Full training will be provided on our products, equipment and working procedures. Machinery and lifting equipment must only be used once the appropriate training and authorisation have been completed.

Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include:
Picking and checking metal products accurately against customer orders and picking documentation.
Operating machinery and handling equipment safely and in accordance with training and safe working procedures.
Loading and unloading materials safely and efficiently.
Loading company vehicles accurately against the driver’s manifest.
Checking product identification, quantities, dimensions and condition before dispatch.
Storing materials safely and maintaining accurate stock locations.
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the warehouse.
Following all health and safety requirements, including PPE, manual handling and risk-control procedures.
Reporting damaged materials, equipment faults, hazards, near misses and accidents promptly.
Supporting stock checks, batch traceability and quality-control procedures.
Working closely with warehouse colleagues, drivers, sales teams and other departments.
Providing a courteous and helpful service to customers and suppliers collecting or returning materials.
Carrying out other reasonable warehouse duties to support the needs of the business.
About You
You will be someone who:
Works safely, efficiently and accurately.
Is reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards.
Works well as part of a team and supports colleagues when required.
Takes pride in completing work correctly and on time.
Can follow instructions, risk assessments and safe working procedures.
Has good attention to detail when checking materials and paperwork.
Can use initiative to resolve straightforward problems.
Communicates clearly and respectfully with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
Is willing to learn how to operate different types of warehouse machinery.
Is comfortable working in a physical warehouse environment and handling heavy or bulky materials using the correct equipment and procedures.
Has basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Desirable Experience
The following would be an advantage but is not essential:
Previous warehouse, metal…