2,744 Distribution Operative jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is a well established firm based in Loughborough

Every member of their team contributes to their mission, making a real difference, every day.

They are looking to recruit a distribution operative / FLT driver to join them on a permanent basis

Job Responsibilities  & Duties

• Offloading / loading of vehicles as required using forklift trucks.
li>Pallet movement as requested into production related areas.
• Maintaining good standards of hygiene and housekeeping around all distribution areas.
• Ensure all data protection activities pertaining to current employees, customers, and all other external customers, are done so in line with the company’s data integrity Policy.
< i>Coordinates work activities with co-workers. Assists other staff in problem situations.
• Raising near misses, identifies safety improvement opportunities, and ensures health and safety remains a focus and priority for all activities.

Skills and knowledge

• FLT counterbalance and reach truck license.
• IT skills and experience of Warehouse Management Systems – knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is desirable.
< i>Knowledge of warehouse and related processes.
• Relevant experience of working in a production / manufacturing warehouse stores environment.
• Good communication and co-ordination skills.
• Good time management and ability to work to tight timelines.
• Ability to work using own initiative as well as within a team environment.

The role will be working a 2-shift rotating pattern – Monday to Friday

Early - 06:00 -14:15

Late - 14:00 – 22:15 (Early finish on Fridays 19:45)

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming goods, ensuring accuracy against delivery notes.
• Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently using RF scanners and warehouse management systems.
• Prepare outgoing shipments, ensuring correct labelling and documentation.
• Load delivery vehicles safely and securely.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and cycle counts.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet trucks, and order pickers (certification/training provided).
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised, and hazard-free.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Report any damages, discrepancies, or safety concerns to supervisors immediately.
• Contribute to team efforts and support colleagues as needed.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned.

• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and standing for extended periods.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and systems.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Awareness of health and safety procedures in a warehouse setting.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

BRAND NEW SITE LAUNCH

PAY RATES : £13.50  DAYS / £5.53  NIGHTS (Warehouse Operative)

    £15.  DAYS / £1 55  NIGHTS (MHE Driver)

Location: Avonmouth Panattoni Park

NEED A LIFT? We are providing transport from Cardiff and Newport (return)

Are you an experienced warehouse operative who’s not afraid of heights? We’re looking for someone ready to rise to the challenge—literally! If you’ve got the skills to handle MHE and the head for heights, this could be your next big move. Join us and be part of an exciting new startup!

Here at GXO, we are currently recruiting for full-time, permanent , Warehouse Operatives to join our Avonmouth team at Panattoni Park, supporting one of our new business wins!

We are currently recruiting for the following shift patterns:

• 3 on 3 off, covering the hours of 06:00 to 18:00
• 3 on 3 off, covering the hours of 18:00 to 06:00

This means that you get 25 Saturdays, 26 Sundays and a total of 17 Full Weekends off a year giving you a great work life balance!

Furthermore, at our Avonmouth site you will be part of a strong team – we can guarantee you will be valued here and far from just a number. There is a real focus on providing a brilliant working environment – but don’t take our word for it, come, and visit the site and see for yourself. Who knows where your career with GXO could take you?

Pay, benefits and more:

As a Warehouse MHE Operative you’ll get:

• An hourly rate of £13.50  o days shift and £ .53  on night shift (Warehouse Operative)
• An hourly rate of £1 26  on days shift and £1 55  on night shift (MHE Driver)
• Overtime pay at time and a third
• Access to a subsidised canteen
• Holiday pay and workplace pension
• A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform, offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
• Admission to GXO University, our online learning platform enabling you to achieve your career aspirations!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Ensure safe operation of MHE adhering to all safety procedures
• Engage in various warehouse activities, including picking and despatching customer orders as well as loading and unloading trailers
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures around the warehouse and help promote a culture of this - Safety is one of our core values
• Provide key support to the site and take on any tasks that may be needed to help with the smooth running of the operation

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Certificate of competence to operate MHE preferable but not essential
• Strong focus on safety and accuracy in all tasks, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures
• Flexibility to handle various tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced warehouse environment
• Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively within a team and support colleagues in achieving operational goals

  #AvonmouthTech 

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here. 

Salary:

£28,859 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
 

Operations Assistant - Bristol (BS5 0WT) - Burdens

So, who are we? We are Burdens, part of a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Burdens is a civil engineering and underground drainage product and service expert, operating a national network of strategically located branches, each providing stock in depth from industry leading manufacturers. Since 1929, Burdens has been an industry stalwart with a rich heritage of serving the civils and drainage market with an unrivalled stock profile, exceptional product knowledge, and excellent customer service.

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including.

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), the potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity/adoption leave, and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 
 

As an Operations Assistant based in Bristol, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out general warehouse tasks - This will involve manual handling heavy stock e.g. Drainage items, Construction Products, Street Furniture

• Booking incoming stock onto the system and putting it away in the designated location in the warehouse

• Loading and unloading stock on/off lorries

• Picking and packing customer orders

• Serve customers on the trade counter

This is a permanent, Full Time position working 45 hours a week, Monday to Friday between 07.00am - 5.00pm.

 And here’s what we’d like you to have:  

• Previous warehouse experience

• A Counter Balance forklift licence

• Confidence to interact with customers

• Dependable, hardworking team player who is open to learning to support in all areas of the branch

• A positive and enthusiastic attitude

We look forward to receiving your application!

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Operations Assistant - Chesterfield – Fusion Utilities

So, who are we? We are Fusion Utilities, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including.

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 

 As an Operations Assistant based in Chesterfield you’ll be responsible for:  

• Picking and packing customer orders with accuracy and efficiency

• Carrying out general warehouse duties, including booking in stock, putting deliveries away into designated locations and maintaining high standards within the warehouse

• Ensuring the warehouse is health and safety compliant at all times

This is a full-time, permanent role working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday on weekly rotating shift patterns. The shifts are as follows: 6.00am – 3.00pm, 8.00am – 5.00pm and 11.00am – 8.00pm.

 And here’s what we’d like you to have:  

• A counter balance license is essential

• Previous warehouse experience is essential

• A reach truck and d2 license is desirable

• Experience using a warehouse management system is desirable

• A driving license is essential

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Operations Assistant - Cardiff - Burdens

So, who are we? We are Burdens, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including.

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 

As a Operations Assistant based in Cardiff you will be responsible for:

• Working within the warehouse picking/packing goods

• Provide a high level of customer service by supplying the correct materials.

• Check Goods-in are correctly delivered against delivery notes and goods are booked in on the Wolseley System, then put away accurately and safely.

• Accurately pick and label goods booked out to customers and other branches using Wolseley System, ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed.

• Maintain standards of housekeeping and adhere to health and safety guidelines, including manual handling techniques, use of loading equipment and PPE.

This is a permanent, full-time position working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am - 5pm. No weekend work required.

 And here’s what we’d like you to have:  

• Industry or merchant experience is advantageous but not essential

• Proven experience in customer service / warehouse environments

• Good communication skills

• Dependable team player, prepared to support in all areas of the branch with a strong work ethic.

• Eagerness to learn, with a positive and enthusiastic attitude

We look forward to receiving your application!

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Warehouse Operative - Melmerby - Supply Chain

So, who are we? We are the Wolseley Group, a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do—and best of all, we provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including.

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), the potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity/adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and well-being by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 

As a Warehouse Operative based in our Melmerby branch you’ll be responsible for:  

• Collation of products for all branch distribution

• Picking and Packing products

• Wrapping of pallets ready for transport

• Loading/unloading vehicles safely

• General house keeping ensuring the workplace is tidy and adheres to our health and safety procedures

• Manual handling/some heavy lifting is involved

This is a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 05:45am-13:45pm, 30min break.

And here’s what we’d like you to have:

• Previous warehouse experience is essential

• Experience in using MHE advantageous

• Experience working with FLT trucks advantageous

We look forward to receiving your application!

#ACHS100

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Operations Assistant - Eastleigh - Pipe and Climate Centre

So, who are we? We are Pipe and Climate Centre, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including.

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 

As a Operations Assistant based in Eastleigh you will be responsible for:

• Working within the warehouse picking/packing goods

• Dealing with customer enquiries/orders via email and over the phone and processing their orders

• Speaking to suppliers to source and get quotes on cost for parts, materials and special order items for customers

• Assisting the team in all areas of the branch where needed to ensure customer requirements are met

This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4.30pm. No weekend work required.

 And here’s what we’d like you to have:  

• Industry or merchant experience is advantageous

• Proven experience in sales or customer service role

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in customer interactions.

• Dependable team player, prepared to support in all areas of the branch with a strong work ethic.

• Eagerness to learn, with a positive and enthusiastic attitude

We look forward to receiving your application!

#ACHS100

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Operations Assistant – Fort William– William Wilson

So, who are we? We are William Wilson, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including.

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 

 As an Operations Assistant based in Fort William you’ll be responsible for:  

• Assisting customers at the trade counter, providing prompt and efficient service while building strong relationships.

• Carrying out general warehouse tasks, including booking in stock, putting stock away into designated locations and maintaining high standards within the warehouse.

• Picking and packing customer orders with accuracy and efficiency.

This is a full-time, permanent role working 42.5 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 5pm

 And here’s what we’d like you to have:  

• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn, including the completion of necessary training (forklift licence training will be provided).

• Confidence when engaging with customers and delivering outstanding customer service

• Great team player

 We look forward to receiving your application!

#ACHS100