Warehouse Operative

An established international business operating across a range of industries, with a focus on delivering specialist services to global clients.

Warehouse Operative

Location:

Bridgend, South Wales (commutable from Cardiff)
Working pattern: Full-time, permanent, onsite | Monday to Friday
Salary: £25,000–£30,000 per annum depending on experience

Prepare and package equipment for shipment, build bespoke wooden crates and pallets, update stock records, print shipping labels and support daily warehouse and logistics operations.

• Prepare and package equipment for safe transportation and dispatch within a warehouse environment.
• Cut timber and sheet materials using hand and power tools to construct bespoke wooden crates, boxes and pallets.
• Pack and secure heavy or fragile equipment using appropriate protective materials.
• Assist with moving stock, handling materials and loading or unloading vehicles.
• Update inventory systems, job records and shipping documentation using a computer.
• Produce packing lists, barcodes and shipping labels, following technical drawings and job specifications where required.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, organisation and workplace health and safety.
• Receive full training, with opportunities to develop practical warehouse, packaging and logistics skills.

• Previous experience as a Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Assistant, Packer, Crating Operative or in a similar warehouse, carpentry or logistics role would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Basic IT skills, including familiarity with Windows, spreadsheets and accurate data entry.
• Good numerical skills and the ability to take measurements and follow technical instructions.
• Practical, reliable and organised, with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn to use hand tools, power tools and warehouse equipment safely.
• Able to handle and move materials and equipment safely, with reasonable adjustments considered where appropriate.
• GCSEs in Maths and English, or equivalent, would be desirable.
• Previous forklift experience or a valid forklift licence would be beneficial but is not essential, as training may be available.
• Able to commute reliably to the Bridgend site, including from Cardiff and surrounding areas.

£25,000–£30,000 per annum, depending on experience.
30 days’ paid holiday, increasing to 38 days with length of service.
5% employer pension contribution.
Company sick pay scheme, subject to eligibility and company policy.
Monday to Friday working pattern, with flexible working hours.
Full training and opportunities for development within warehouse operations and logistics.