Job Description

JOB VACANCY: WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE

Reporting To: Richard Hollinrake - Logistics Manager, John Harwood - Warehouse Manager Application contact: Emma Kearney - Head of HR (emma.kearney@selden.co.uk)
Closing Date: Remain open until filled
Posting Date: August 2025
Department: Warehouse

Working hours: 37.5 per week
Working pattern: Rotating early and late shifts - weekly
Early Shift - Monday to Friday, 06:00am to 14:00pm
Late Shift - Monday to Thursday 14:00pm to 22:30pm, Fridays 14:00pm to 20:00pm

Starting salary: 12.21 per hour (+ 1 per hour shift premium)

SUMMARY OF ROLE

We currently have a vacancy in our warehouse and distribution department for an immediate start. The position will be working on a rotating shift basis consisting of an early shift and late shift. We are looking for a hard-working individual who is seeking a permanent full-time position in a reputable company. The business can be fast paced and therefore we are looking for a candidate with stamina and energy. An enthusiastic, friendly, and positive attitude is essential to work within a close-knit team. There are fantastic progression opportunities within the business for those who can demonstrate their skillset, enthusiasm, and dedication.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

Responsibilities:

To be able to communicate effectively and work with team leaders to plan activities. Monitoring orders to meet customer requirements. Complete relevant paperwork and administration to Selden Research procedures. Progression onto VNA Turret trucks to offer vital support to our high bay warehouse facility. Monitoring storage of product in the correct location. Ensuring a high level of general housekeeping throughout the warehouse. Recognition of products and SKU's. Understanding bar codes and batch numbers of products to minimise stock losses and rotation. Adhere to manual handling requirements. Observe Health & Safety control at all times. Order picking using mobile barcode scanners and electric roller trucks. Daily picking and loading of allocated stock for company works orders.
This list is not exhaustive and will evolve over time as the role grows

SPECIALISED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

Professional experience

Excellent attention to detail (Mandatory) A good team player and able to work as part of a team (Mandatory) Willingness to work rotating Shifts (Mandatory) Previous Warehouse experience (Desirable but not essential due to full training being provided) Computer literate (Desirable) Excellent time keeping and attendance (Mandatory) Self-motivated, possessing problem solving skills (Mandatory) The ability to achieve targets and timescales (Mandatory) Organised and methodical (Mandatory) Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Mandatory) FLT - Reach / Roller truck license (Desirable but full training can be provided) Physically fit with the ability to lift light / heavy objects repetitively (Mandatory) Able to work independently during the working day (Mandatory) Right to work in the UK (Mandatory)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person