Warehouse Operative
Due to business growth working with a global brand in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) we are growing our team at the Port of Tilbury.
We are hiring experienced permanent Warehouse Operatives to support the Supervisor and Management team on a day to day basis.
You will need to be available for a September/early October start date.
This role is a 4 on, 4 off days and 4 on and 4 off nights, including weekends.
About the role
As a highly organised Warehouse Operative in a very busy, dynamic Terminal, you will be unloading, storing, picking and loading palletised soft drinks 24/7 for retail warehouse distribution centres.
You will have excellent communication skills with stakeholders and customers, working accurately to tight deadlines and effectively maintaining exceptional health & safety standards.
Previous experience in a retail warehouse distribution centre is advantageous, as is working in VNA area (very narrow aisle)
You will have a forklift licence and must have a flexible approach to work which includes weekends and possible nights.
Benefits
Company Pension scheme
Onsite Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Onsite canteen
Cycle to work scheme
Free Parking
Employee Wellbeing initiatives.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Right to work in the UK
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Adaptability to Change
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Working Under Pressure
Motivation
Communication
Forklift handling
Forth Ports Group
Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries. Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London. A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day. The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.
Our benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance. Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Cycle to work
Competitive salary
Employee Assistance Scheme
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