Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver

We are TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring!

• We pride ourselves on our commitment, respect, integrity, trust, teamwork, fun
• We are advocates for diversity and inclusivity, and mental health and wellbeing
• We are devoted to the growth and development, retention and motivation of our people

Are you a high-achieving Warehouse Person?

Looking for progression?

This role is perfect for a recent Warehouse Apprentice looking to take their next step!
Working pattern:

• Start: 9am
• Finish: 5:30pm
• 30 minutes break

Your benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday (including a Christmastime Shutdown) + Bank Holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Virtual GP Medical Service
• Life assurance
• Career growth & development
• Competitive Pension Plan
• Employee Discounts (across Nestware group companies)
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Free Onsite Parking
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Long-Service Awards
• Retail Vouchers

The role:

• Operate Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) including a motorised pallet truck, forklift, counterbalance, reach truck (or other MHE) to load stores, transport pallets, rearrange stock or place heavy/large objects, as appropriate.
• Ensuring products are stored safely and labelled correctly.
• Ensure orders are packaged and labelled correctly to prevent returned orders.
• Assist in loading/unloading with appropriate apparatus and following safety protocol.
• Inspect stock for defects or damage, reporting any concerns to the shift manager.
• Occasionally assisting customers at the Trade Counter.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory.
• Conduct regular stock checks and report any discrepancies.
• Report Health and Safety concerns immediately, following the reporting procedure.
• Rely on appropriate equipment/tools for the job, following the correct system.
• Be aware of, and participate in, the appropriate training to become multi-skilled.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment in your area.

Your profile:

• Industry knowledge and experience (desirable).
• Knowledge of our competitors, and our group companies (desirable).
• Basic knowledge and understand of general Health & Safety.
• Previous experience working in a warehouse or distribution centre.
• Familiarity with goods-in and goods-out, inventory and general logistics.
• Happy to carry out manual handling duties as required
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced and results-driven environment
• Flexible attitude toward working hours (rotational shifts, or peak sales)
• Excellent customer service skills

Apply today for your opportunity to shine!
We advise that you consider your commute prior to applying to ensure this would be sustainable for you, if successful.

If you have not heard from us within 14 days of your application being submitted, please assume on this occasion you have not been progressed to the next stage.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £25,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chatham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Counterbalance/FLT licence (required)
• Reach truck licence (optional) (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CHA005