Dispatch Operative

Location: On site / Perth, UK

Job type: Permanent / Full-time

Sector and subsector: Agriculture, Fishing, Forestry and Food Processing | General Operative

Hourly Fixed salary: € 13.20

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Full‑Time permanent Dispatch Operative to support our supply‑chain operation and ensure our products go out on‑time and to the correct standard. If you have a passion for customer excellence and are a real team player, this may be the role for you.

• Prepare pallets of stock for delivery/loading onto trailers and ensure product is built and wrapped in the best possible condition for the customer.
• Ensure all tasks performed are as per training given and comply with safe working procedures.
• Load and unload vehicles and trailers with fresh meat produce.
• Operate reach truck to store pallets from production and drop pallets for order picking from the racking system (full training provided after probation).
• Ensure customer orders are filled correctly, stock rotation is strict and loading of trailers is correct.
• Maintain a competent level of arithmetic and accuracy when scanning stock on pallets.
• Book in/out of product and keep the loading bay clean and tidy.
• Work in a fast paced environment and liaise effectively with the team and sales department.
• Stack trays/boxes onto pallets from the abattoir production line and assist fridge staff when required.
• Complete daily forklift inspection reports after training.
• Provide a polite and efficient service for calling customers and communicate well with the Despatch Supervisor and all other team members.
• Identify training needs and opportunities, attend training and bring any skill shortfalls to the Supervisor’s attention.
• Work to agreed training plan, ensuring understanding of expected standards and targets before commencing any task.
• Carry out all assigned tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures, particularly with regard to Health and Safety and Food Safety.
• Use, maintain and report any defects in provided PPE.
• Adopt a flexible approach to workloads/hours to meet throughput and yield targets.
• Report equipment/machinery problems to management.
• Adhere to company hygiene practices and safe food production at all times.
• Comply with health & safety policy to prevent/minimise the risk of accidents.
• Perform any other duties as required.

• Free on‑site parking
• Monday‑to‑Friday working
• Weekly paid weekend bonus
• Free fruit for everyone everyday
• Subsidised canteen
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and be suited to working in a fast‑paced environment. Full training will be provided.

• Resilience
• Effective execution
• Communication and influencing skills
• Customer focus and great teamwork