Loading Warehouse Assistant

JOB TITLE: Loading Bay & Warehouse Assistant

LOCATION: Biggleswade

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday

PAY RATE: £12.90 per hour

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Apricot family as a Loading Bay & Warehouse Assistant at our Biggleswade warehouse. This role plays a key part in ensuring the efficient flow of stock through our operation. With a primary focus on the loading bay and goods‑in processes, you will be responsible for receiving, checking, unloading and distributing deliveries across the warehouse.

As part of our cross‑trained warehouse team, you will also support other operational areas, including stock movement, replenishment, picking, packing and dispatch, helping to ensure a smooth and efficient service for our stores and online customers.

• Receive, unload and process incoming deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Check deliveries against paperwork and report any discrepancies or damages.
• Distribute stock accurately to the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Move and stack stock using pallet trucks and other warehouse equipment.
• Support stock replenishment and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with picking, packing and dispatch activities during busy periods or as operational needs require.
• Carry out general warehouse duties to support the wider team.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe loading bay and warehouse environment.
• Follow company policies and Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Work flexibly across different warehouse functions as part of a cross‑trained team.

• A reliable team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.
• Flexible and willing to support different operational areas as required.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Able to communicate effectively and work well with colleagues.
• Capable of being on your feet for extended periods and regularly lifting and carrying up to 15 kg, including bending, twisting and using step stools.
• Basic IT, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and housekeeping.
• Eager to learn new skills and undertake training across multiple warehouse functions.
• Passionate about the Apricot brand and acts as a positive brand ambassador.

• Previous experience in a warehouse or loading bay environment is preferred but not essential.
• Experience operating a forklift truck or reach truck would be advantageous, although training may be available for the right candidate.
• An understanding of goods‑in processes, stock handling, or inventory management would be beneficial.

• Reporting to the Senior Warehouse Assistants & Team Leaders as first point of contact.
• Partnership with peers.
• Adhoc 3rd party.

This is not an exhaustive list of your responsibilities and in the interests of the day‑to‑day operation of the business you may be required to carry out work that is not detailed.

• Free on‑site parking
• Free snacks and fruit
• Staff discount
• Be part of our friendly team
• Day shift, Monday – Friday
• Auto enrollment pension contributions