Warehouse Operative / Driver

A well-established and growing building materials supplier based in Barking is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative / Driver to join its expanding team.

This is a predominantly warehouse-based role, with the successful candidate also supporting deliveries to customer sites across London as required during busy periods. The position would suit someone who is hands-on, flexible, and comfortable working in both warehouse and driving environments.

Essential Requirements

● Full UK Driving Licence

● Previous warehouse experience

● Forklift operating experience

Salary & Benefits

● Competitive salary of approximately £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

● 25 days annual leave

● Opportunity to join a young, ambitious, and growing company

● Warehouse hours:

● Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm or 7:00am - 5:00pm

● Driver hours (when undertaking deliveries):

● Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 2:30pm

● Due to the varied nature of the role, candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Barking and be flexible with working hours.

Key Responsibilities

● Load company vehicles safely and efficiently to prevent stock damage and optimise delivery routes.

● Pick, check, pack, and prepare customer orders for dispatch.

● Support warehouse production and operational activities as directed by management.

● Help maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

● Follow all health and safety regulations and site procedures.

● Ensure correct manual handling practices are followed at all times.

● Plan and prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines.

● Carry out deliveries to customer sites across London using company vans when required.

Candidate Requirements

● Reside within a commutable distance of Barking.

● Experience in a similar warehouse and/or delivery role.

● Previous experience within a builders' merchant, construction materials supplier, or similar industry would be advantageous.

● Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

● Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented approach.

● Full UK Driving Licence.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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