Job Title: Driver/Warehouse Operative

Location: Colchester

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Overview: An established supplier of industrial fastening products and services is looking for a Driver/Warehouse Operative to join its team. The role is essential to the company’s operations, supporting warehouse functions and customer deliveries. This is a dual role with approximately 50% of time spent in the warehouse and 50% on the road.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all goods picked and booked match the relevant paperwork.
• Receive, check, record, and store incoming stock.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Follow workplace health and safety guidelines when handling goods.
• Adhere to operational procedures, rules, and schedules for efficient operations.
• Participate in Vendor-managed inventory (VMI) using a handheld scanner (training provided).
• Load and unload delivery vehicles, either manually or with a forklift (training provided if needed).
• Make customer-facing deliveries (this is not a multi-drop driving role).

Personal Qualities and Skills:

• Trustworthy, enthusiastic, responsible, organized, and well-presented.
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Friendly and approachable with a "One Team" approach to work.
• Previous experience in a warehouse/stores environment is essential.
• Experience in the fastener or C-Class component industry is advantageous but not essential.
• Forklift license is a plus, though training will be provided if needed.
• Full driving license required with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Physically and mentally fit.
• Honest, reliable, and punctual.

Additional Information:

• Forklift training available.
• Role involves a combination of warehouse duties and customer deliveries.

If you are organized, reliable, and looking for a position that offers both warehouse and driving responsibilities, we encourage you to apply.