Warehouse Operative; HGV Class 2 Driver licence

Warehouse Operative (with HGV Class 2 Driver licence)

Location: Coventry (Exhall)

Hours: 45 hours across Monday‑Friday Only

Package: Basic salary up to £31,000.00 (dependent on experience) + bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays & additional annual leave purchasing scheme)

Sector: Packaging distribution

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Warehouse Operative Key Responsibilities

• Receive supplier deliveries, checking quantities and quality against purchase orders.
• Store goods correctly to maintain stock integrity and efficient warehouse flow.
• Record incoming stock accurately and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Pick, pack, load, and dispatch orders accurately and on time.
• Ensure items are securely packaged to prevent damage in transit.
• Optimise picking routes and methods to support efficiency and customer deadlines.
• Participate in regular stock counts and audits.
• Maintain accurate inventory records to support availability and planning.
• Process returns in line with company procedures, ensuring correct inspection and documentation.
• Provide prompt, professional support when interacting with customers, suppliers, or colleagues.
• Work closely with Sales and other departments to meet delivery requirements and resolve issues.
• Communicate any stock, quality, or delivery concerns in a timely manner.
• Operate forklifts safely (Counterbalance essential; Bendi/Pivot Steer advantageous).
• Maintain a clean, organised working environment.
• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and ISO standards, reporting concerns where necessary.

HGV Class 2 Driver (cover) Key Responsibilities

• Provide cover for Class 2 driving duties as required (typically up to 15 drops per day).
• Complete customer deliveries safely, professionally, and in line with route plans.
• Accurately complete delivery notes and relevant documentation.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, reporting defects and maintaining cleanliness/fuelling.
• Handle goods carefully, assessing product condition and reporting damage or issues.
• Drive safely and courteously, following all road traffic regulations and company policies.
• Comply with MOT, vehicle operation, and legal requirements relevant to commercial driving.
• Report incidents, accidents, or licence penalties promptly and co‑operate with investigations.

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Valid HGV Class 2 licence with at least one year’s driving experience.
• Residing within a comfortable commute of our Coventry (Exhall) site.
• Willingness to work full-time in the warehouse with occasional driving duties.
• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence (Bendi/Pivot Steer beneficial).
• Reliable track record in goods‑in/out or similar operational roles.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and the ability to work well within a team.
• Good understanding of health & safety and manual handling practices.
• Clear communication skills (both verbal and written).

• Experience working with varied product lines or within a fast‑paced warehouse.
• Previous collaboration with sales, purchasing, or other internal departments.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a dynamic environment.

• 25 days holiday (rising to 27 with service) + bank holidays.
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme.
• Contributory pension.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Company‑paid annual volunteering day.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Training, development, and progression opportunities.
• Employee discount scheme (major retail & leisure brands).
• Simply Health/Dental cover options or BUPA for qualifying roles.
• Enhanced HR policies supporting employee wellbeing.
• Long service awards (5‑40 years).
• Charitable giving options.
• Eye test & DSE eyewear support.
• EE Mobile discount scheme.
• £750 recruitment referral reward scheme.

Macfarlane Group is committed to helping colleagues shape their own career paths. We offer structured training plans, professional development, and access to accredited programmes through reputable partners such as the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). Whether you want to deepen your technical skills or step into leadership, we provide clear opportunities to grow.

We are moving quickly to shortlist applicants and hope to arrange local interviews soon. Click ‘apply’ to send us your up‑to‑date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you do not hear from us within 2‑3 weeks, please assume your application has not been successful.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific considerations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.

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