Warehouse Operative

Our client, a long-established family firm with a network of branches in the South and East of England, that supply machinery and services to the agricultural, construction and professional ground care machinery markets, are looking for a Warehouse Operative to be based at their branch local to Maldon, Essex. On Offer: • Full-time permanent role • Working Hours: 39 hours per week – 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm Friday (1-hr unpaid lunch) Overtime as required, including Saturdays when needed (Overtime paid at time and a half on completion of 39 hours Monday to Friday, double time on Sundays or Bank Holidays) • Immediate starts available • Competitive salary – dependent on skills and experience. • 32 days holiday (inc bank holidays) • Workplace pension • Life assurance (2 x salary) • Country store staff discount • Company sick pay scheme • Flu jabs and employee referral scheme. Main Purpose of the Role: Reporting directly to the Groundcare Sales Office Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the Groundcare warehouse, ensuring the accurate receipt, storage and distribution of machinery, parts and equipment. Duties and Responsibilities: • You will assist with stock control, goods handling and the distribution of products to our branches across East Anglia • Transfer of stock to the showroom and goods inward areas. • Assisting with stock checks and inventory control. • Unpacking and accurately processing supplier deliveries and parcels. • Loading and unloading supplier vehicles. To be Considered: • Previous warehouse or stock control experience is desirable. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and colleagues in a polite and professional manner. • Forklift licence (desirable). • Full driving licence. • General computer skills, including the use of email and internet applications. • Good numeracy and literacy skills. • Strong attention to detail when recording and processing stock data. • Good verbal and written communication skills. • A team player, capable of working independently and as part of a team. • Able to use initiative and work efficiently with minimal supervision. • Maintain a good level of health and fitness, including the ability to lift items up to 25kg safely. For full details, please contact Willis Global – Experts in Recruiting