Job Description

British Wool - Forklift Truck (Counterbalance) & Warehouse Operative

Location:

Bradford Depot (on-site)

Team:

Operations |

Reports to:

Depot Manager

Salary:

26,500 per annum

Hours:

Mon-Thurs, 08:00-16:30; Friday 08:00-15:30 - 39 hrs per week

Contract:

Permanent, full-time

Closing date:

25th November 2025

Why join British Wool?

We're the UK's largest wool marketing organisation, working with farmer members to bring high-quality wool to market. You'll play a hands-on role in keeping our Bradford depot moving safely and efficiently.

What you'll do

Unload wool sheets and bales from vehicles. Load containers and trucks safely and efficiently. Store and move wool within the warehouse. Weigh sheets upon receipt into the warehouse. Prepare wool sheets for transport to grading points and lanes. Transfer wool to various processes within the warehouse via skeps. Operate machinery in line with instructions and guidance provided. Enter data accurately into warehouse/computer systems. Core wool bales when required. Carry out other ad-hoc duties commensurate with the role. Work to all Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times.

What you'll bring

Essential:

In-date

counterbalance FLT licence

with

1+ year

experience.

Essential:

6+ months

prior warehouse experience. Full, clean driving licence. Good IT skills, including

Microsoft Outlook

; confident with data entry in warehouse/computer systems. Able to work independently; self-motivated, reliable, and an

effective team worker

. Strong communication skills and a

professional demeanour

. Good numeracy and literacy; conscientious with strong work ethic and attention to quality. Excellent timekeeping and attendance.

What we offer

26,500

per annum. Contributory pension scheme (eligibility rules apply). 23 days' annual leave (pro-rated in first year) + 8 statutory days. Annual leave increases to 28 days after two years' continuous service. Option to purchase up to 5 additional days' leave. Access to Employee Assistance Programme. Cycle to Work scheme. On-site parking.

How to apply

Please send your

CV

and

cover letter

to:

Billy Hewitson, Head of Operations

Email:

humanresources@britishwool.org.uk

The successful candidate must be able to provide two employer references.

British Wool is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to an inclusive working environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

Counterbalance Forklift Licence (required)
Work Location: In person