Warehouse Operative (PM)

Dunelm; Syston; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishings retailer in Syston is seeking a Warehouse Operative for the PM Shift to assist in various warehouse tasks such as manual handling of large items and loading up vehicles for delivery. The ideal candidate should hold a valid FLT License, have experience in warehousing, and possess strong teamwork and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,171 and various benefits including a pension scheme and a discount on products.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme contribution

Sharesave option

Cycle to work scheme

15% discount on products

Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse environment is preferred.
• Ability to plan and organize work schedules.
• Strong work ethic and desire to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual handling of large/bulky items.
• Pack products for delivery to a sufficient standard.
• Load and unload vehicles up to 44 tons.

Skills

Valid FLT License

Teamwork skills

Numeracy skills

Good communication skills

Job description

Overview

Dunelm have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative (PM Shift) to join our depot, to perform various warehouse tasks and to ensure our stock is in the right place at the right time. Responsibilities include picking, returns and loading up vehicles, from which our two-man delivery teams will deliver into customers’ homes.

Shift time: 2:00pm – 10:00pm.

At Dunelm, we’re all about helping people create that feeling at home, and as part of our Home Delivery Network, you’ll play a big part in making it happen. From warehouse to doorstep, you’ll help bring the finishing touches to homes across the country.

What you'll be doing

• Manual handling of large/bulky items
• Packing products to a sufficient standard for delivery
• Loading and unloading of vehicles, up to 44t
• Sorting products correctly to ensure they reach the correct customer/depot
• Maintaining a safe environment
• Being responsive to the needs of the business
• Being committed to the business and able to drive personal performance
• Compliance with all aspects of Health & Safety

What we'll look for in you

• Have a valid FLT License
• Ideally have previous experience working in a warehouse environment
• The ability to plan and organise work schedules
• Have a strong work ethic and a desire to succeed
• Be calm, level-headed and be able work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Make decisions and react quickly when problems arise
• Have great teamwork skills
• Have good numeracy and IT skills
• Have good spoken and written communication skills
• Be energetic and have a positive approach

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £25,171
• Contribution to your pension scheme for the twilight years
• Fantastic Sharesave option where colleagues can buy Dunelm shares monthly at a discounted rate to build up an investment for that rainy day
• Cycle to work scheme to help keep colleagues fit and help with air pollution, travel costs, tax and national insurance
• A cool 15% discount on all Dunelm products, in-store and online to help make your house a “Home”