Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative – £12.71 per Hour + Overtime Location: Leicester, LE3 Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00–19:00 Contract: Full-time temporary with temp-to-perm opportunity The Recruitment Group is recruiting for a reliable, hardworking and motivated Warehouse Operative to join a busy warehouse team in Leicester, LE3. This is an ongoing temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate. This is a hands-on warehouse role involving picking, packing and general warehouse duties. You'll be working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, with full training provided. If you're looking for an ongoing opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position and develop your warehouse skills, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. Pay & Benefits £12.71 per hour Weekly pay Overtime may be available during peak periods Full-time ongoing temporary position Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate Full training provided Opportunity to take on additional warehouse responsibilities Friendly and supportive working environment Working Hours Monday to Friday, 11:00–19:00 Flexibility is essential, as overtime may be required during busy periods. You may also be asked to work a different shift from time to time to meet business needs. About the Role As a Warehouse Operative, you'll play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the warehouse operation. Your initial responsibilities will include picking and packing orders, along with a range of general warehouse duties. You'll be required to lift boxes weighing up to 15kg and use equipment such as a pump truck safely and effectively. As you become established in the role and gain experience, you may be given the opportunity to take on additional responsibilities. These could include working within the Returns department, carrying out stock-related tasks and supporting other areas of the warehouse as required. This is an ongoing temporary position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to secure a long-term role. Key Responsibilities Pick products accurately and efficiently Pack orders ready for dispatch Carry out general warehouse duties Lift and move boxes weighing up to 15kg Use a pump truck safely Keep the warehouse area clean, organised and tidy Follow health and safety procedures at all times Follow instructions and complete tasks accurately Work effectively as part of a team Support colleagues across the warehouse when required Assist with Returns department duties as training and experience develop Carry out stock-related tasks as required Work additional hours during peak periods when necessary Be flexible to work different shifts to meet business needs Maintain a reliable and hardworking approach throughout the working day Skills & Experience Required You'll ideally have: A positive attitude and "can-do" approach Reliable and hardworking attitude Willingness to learn and develop new skills Ability to work well as part of a team Good attention to detail Ability to follow instructions accurately Ability to work in a busy warehouse environment Physically capable of lifting boxes up to 15kg Ability to use a pump truck safely Flexibility to work overtime when required Flexibility to work different shifts to meet business needs Basic English language skills Previous warehouse experience would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided. Fluent English is not required. However, you must be able to understand instructions, as all training and workplace guidance will be provided in English. Why Apply? This Warehouse Operative position offers an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing work within a busy warehouse environment, with the potential to move into a permanent position. You'll initially focus on picking, packing and general warehouse duties, with the opportunity to develop your skills and take on additional responsibilities as you become established in the role. With an hourly rate of £12.71, ongoing work, overtime opportunities, full training and the potential for a permanent position, this is a great opportunity for someone who is reliable, hardworking and keen to build a long-term career in a warehouse environment. How to Apply If you're interested in this Warehouse Operative role in Leicester, LE3, contact Charlotte at The Recruitment Group: Call: (phone number removed) Email: We'd love to hear from you! GDPR Data Protection If you would like to know how we will store and process your data, please visit The Recruitment Group's home page to read our GDPR Data Protection information