Warehouse Assistant

Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative / Driver to join an established and successful agricultural supplies business based in Stockbridge
.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent
, with training and development opportunities available.

You will initially be responsible for picking and preparing customer orders
, ensuring goods are accurately selected and ready for dispatch.

The position also includes customer deliveries when required
, along with providing holiday cover for the company’s drivers during quieter periods between January–March and October–December
.

This is a varied, hands‑on position that would suit someone who enjoys a combination of warehouse and driving duties and is keen to develop their skills within a successful business.

• Picking customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Checking stock and ensuring orders are correct
• Moving and organising stock within the warehouse
• Loading vehicles ready for delivery
• Carrying out customer deliveries when required
• Carrying out general warehouse duties
• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised
• Following all health and safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to meet daily requirements
• Learning and using the company’s new warehouse computer system when introduced
• Completing relevant computer and system input as required
• Supporting the wider warehouse operation when required

A full UK driving licence is essential
, as driving and delivery duties will form part of the role.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous warehouse experience, although this is not essential
• A reliable, hardworking and organised approach
• A full UK driving licence
• The ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to learn and develop within the role
• Must be aged 25 or over due to insurance requirements
• Counterbalance, Reach Truck or Order Picker experience/licences would be advantageous but are not essential

Training for the relevant forklift licences will be provided to the right candidate once permanent.

• £50 weekly KPI bonus
• GBS bonus based on length of service and daily rate
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• 1-hour lunch break
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Uniform and safety boots provided once permanent
• Private medical cover after 1 year’s service
• Free on-site parking
• Training and development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Operative / Driver looking for a stable, Monday-to-Friday position with a well‑established company and the opportunity to secure a permanent position, gain additional licences and develop your skills
.