Warehouse Operative

Driver Hire Southampton is currently recruiting for a reliable, motivated and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join one of our well-established and growing clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to secure a long-term, permanent position with a company that values its employees and offers opportunities to progress within the business.

Please note: Our client is planning to relocate to the Andover area at the start of 2027. This role is therefore particularly suited to candidates who are based in the Winchester/Andover area or those with their own transport and are happy to travel to the new location.

Current Location: Southampton

The Role

You will initially join the business within the packing department, learning the operation from the ground up and gaining a thorough understanding of the company's products and processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Picking and packing customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Booking in deliveries and checking incoming goods.
• Preparing orders for dispatch.
• Organising and replenishing warehouse stock.
• Carrying out regular stock counts and inventory checks.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised warehouse.
• Working as part of a team to achieve daily targets.
• Following company procedures and maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Taking on additional responsibilities as you develop within the business.

Working hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 08:00-18:00

Following relocation:

• Monday to Friday
• 09:00-18:00

Salary & Benefits

• £33,000-£35,000 per annum.
• Monthly performance-related bonus after three months.
• 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Monday to Friday working - enjoy your weekends free.
• Genuine opportunities to progress within the business.
• Immediate start available.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for people who are reliable, hardworking, motivated and keen to build a long-term career with the business.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• A willingness to learn and develop.
• Excellent reliability and timekeeping.
• Good attention to detail.
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• A team-focused approach.
• Good organisational skills.
• Previous warehouse experience is preferred but not essential.
• Own transport is highly desirable due to the planned relocation.

A Great Opportunity to Progress

If you're hardworking, reliable and looking for a long-term opportunity with a successful and growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Driver Hire Southampton to find out more.