Warehouse Operative

Certikin International; Witney; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of pool products in the UK is looking for a Warehouse Operative to join their Distribution team. Responsibilities include accurately picking and packing orders, maintaining stock levels, ensuring workplace safety, and providing excellent customer service. The role is full-time at 37 hours per week with an annual salary of £26,311 and attractive benefits such as a competitive pension plan, generous holiday allowance, and health cash plan. Perfect for those who value both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pension plan

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Long service awards

Employee of the Season recognition

Free parking

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail required.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt in a high-paced environment.
• Strong customer service skills needed for trade desk interactions.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately using barcode scanners.
• Package orders appropriately for delivery methods.
• Maintain stock levels by highlighting issues with inventory.
• Ensure areas of the warehouse are tidy and safe.
• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Flexibility

Teamwork

Tools

Pallet trucks

Fork lift trucks

Barcode scanners

Job description

Certikin is looking for a highly motivated Warehouse Operative with excellent attention to detail to join our Distribution team. The successful candidate will be responsible for picking and packing customer orders accurately in turn ensuring our products maintain high quality throughout their journey to the customer. They will also highlight any potential issues with stock in order to maintain stock levels, and they will work as part of a team and individually to ensure efficiency.

The job includes:

• Using barcode scanners and pick lists to assemble customer orders to deadlines
• Packaging customer orders appropriately for the method of delivery
• Highlighting issues with stock when picking orders to help maintain optimum stock levels
• Ensuring all areas of the warehouse and yards are kept tidy and free of debris
• Taking part in warehouse stock movements including put away and replenishment of pickfaces
• Operating the Trade desk as directed by the Dispatch Supervisor
• Offering an efficient and friendly service to all trade customers
• Assisting in the loading and unloading of vehicles as directed by the Transport Team Leader
• Ensuring the appropriate paperwork is completed
• Using mechanical handling equipment such as PPT, pallet trucks and fork lift trucks within Health and Safety guidelines
• Loading and unloading vehicles and containers
• Labelling and locating stock
• Data entry of all goods in and out
• Consolidating stock on a first-in-first-out basis

What will you bring to the role?

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to be flexible and adapt
• The ability to recognise and deliver good customer service when dealing with customers who are collecting or returning products at the Trade Desk
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to function in a high-paced environment

About Certikin

Certikin is a leading supplier of pool and spa products in the UK. We offer a wide range of products, including pool covers, heating and ventilation equipment, pool cleaners, and more. Established in 1963, Certikin has built a reputation for premium quality and innovation in the wet leisure and water treatment industry.

Certikin is part of the Fluidra group, a global leader in the pool and wellness industry, which allows them to serve over 50 countries with a diverse product portfolio.

Why Join Us?

Your role will be warehouse based, working 37 hours a week within a friendly and knowledgeable team.

We are offering an annual salary of £26,311 plus the following benefits:

Competitive Pension Plan: Secure your future with our 4% pension contribution. We invest in your long-term financial well‑being, ensuring you have a solid foundation for retirement.

Generous Holiday Allowance: We believe in work‑life balance. Start with 25 days of holiday, and as you grow with us, enjoy up to 28 days with long service. Take the time you need to relax, recharge, and spend quality moments with your loved ones.

Comprehensive Health Cash Plan: Your health matters to us. Our health cash plan helps cover everyday healthcare costs, from dental check‑ups to physiotherapy, giving you peace of mind and support when you need it most.

Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote a healthy lifestyle and reduce your carbon footprint with our cycle to work scheme. It’s a great way to stay fit, save on travel costs, and contribute to a greener environment.

Long Service Awards: We value loyalty and dedication. Our long service awards recognise and reward your commitment to the company, celebrating your milestones with us.

Employee of the Season: We appreciate hard work and excellence. Our Employee of the Season program acknowledges outstanding performance, giving you the recognition you deserve.

Free Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking at our head office. Save time and money with easy access to your workplace, making your daily commute hassle‑free.

At Certikin (part of Fluidra), we are committed to both the professional and personal development of our employees. Thanks to our highly qualified team of experts we are able to fulfil our main mission: To create the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. In conjunction with this, our purpose is to turn water into a better world.