Warehouse Operative - Hygiene Operations

Warehouse Operative

We are looking for a full‑time and permanent Warehouse Operative. The ideal candidate would ideally hold a Counterbalance Forklift Licence or be willing to go through FLT training to join our team at the Haydock Operations Centre to assist with our Washrooms, Healthcare and Floorcare Divisions.

• Maintain the relevant paperwork.
• Prepare stock for drivers.
• Keep stock areas clean and tidy at all times.
• Carry out stock takes as and when requested.
• Perform any task deemed necessary by the Operations Manager.
• Liaise and build good working relationships with other staff within the branch.
• Fully comply with current health and safety legislation and procedures.

• Have the manual handling capability to handle large amounts of stock daily.
• Be able to work under pressure.
• Hold a Forklift licence.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Health and Safety.
• Carry out all operations and activities in the prescribed manner.
• Use the correct tools and equipment for the operation, including any relevant safety equipment or protective clothing.
• Report any defects in equipment or protective clothing immediately.
• Avoid improvising or taking short‑cuts that would entail unauthorised or unnecessary risks.
• Maintain a clean and tidy working area.
• Report accidents or near‑miss incidents promptly.
• Suggest ways of eliminating or reducing hazards.
• Cooperate with accident/incident investigations to prevent reoccurrence.
• Develop a personal concern for your own safety and that of your colleagues.

• Normal working week – 30 hours over 5 days, Monday to Friday.
• Salary paid weekly.
• Presentable verbal and written communication skills required.
• Work with a supportive senior management team.
• Become a key player in an exciting transformation of our business.
• Full, thorough induction with technical and product training.
• Opportunity for career development.
• Pension scheme.
• Company benefits including discount schemes.
• Annual leave – 31 days (inclusive of Christmas Day). Bank holidays are normal working days, except for Christmas Day.

Phs Group was founded in 1963 and is the leading provider for Hygiene Services in the UK, Spain and Ireland, with over 90,000 customers across 300,000 locations. With 57 years of business, we incorporate numerous businesses into our group.

Our businesses include:
Washrooms, Healthcare, Floorcare, Phs Direct and Direct 365 (sale of consumables), Phs Greenleaf, Teacrate, Besafe, Wastekit and Compliance.

At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all staff, ensuring everyone can bring their true selves to work without fear of discrimination.