Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative

Location: 7 Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster, DN48DH

Hours: Monday to Friday, between 8am-6pm.

Contract: Temporary ongoing

Pay: £12.33 per hour (rising to £12.90 per hour from April 2026)

Start Date: immediate

Are you hands‑on, reliable, and ready to be part of a hardworking warehouse team? We're looking for a Warehouse Operative to support the safe and efficient movement, storage, and retrieval of files and boxed items. If you enjoy practical work, like staying organised, and have an eye for accuracy, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑structured, supportive environment.

In this varied role, you'll handle everything from inbound goods and palletising to scanning, logging, and ensuring items are stored securely. You'll also support continuous improvement across the team and, where licensed, operate forklift equipment safely and confidently.

What You'll Be Doing

• Retrieving and re-filing files and boxes in line with agreed SLAs
• Managing inbound and outbound box movements
• Palletising, wrapping, logging, booking in and scanning items for accurate stock control
• Safely storing items within the warehouse racking system
• Operating forklift equipment safely (training provided if unlicensed)
• Processing incoming goods accurately and communicating with Logistics Support
• Supporting team meetings, sharing feedback, and helping drive continual improvement
• Identifying opportunities to enhance processes and boost efficiency
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised warehouse environment
• Adhering to all Health & Safety procedures and quality standards
• Carrying out ad‑hoc duties as required by the business

This role involves regular manual handling and requires a good level of physical capability.

Why This Role Is Great

• Forklift training, if not already licensed
• A steady Monday-Friday daytime schedule
• A clear, structured role where your attention to detail truly matters
• A friendly, supportive team environment
• Annual pay increase scheduled for April 2026

Skills & Attributes You'll Need

Core Skills

• Strong organisational skills and ability to work methodically
• Confidence using scanning equipment and warehouse logging systems
• Ability to follow set procedures and work instructions precisely
• Good communication skills, especially when working with Logistics Support
• Accuracy when logging, booking in, and tracking items

Physical Requirements

• Ability to undertake manual handling tasks
• Good physical stamina for walking, lifting, wrapping, and palletising
• Comfortable working within a warehouse environment

Technical & Licensing

• Aislemaster forklift licence is desirable, but not essential
• Willingness to undertake forklift training if not already licensed
• Clean driving licence is a bonus for wider operational support

Personal Qualities

• Reliability and strong work ethic
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Positive attitude with a willingness to support continuous improvement
• Team player with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach

Employment will be subject to passing screening requirements, including a DBS and credit history check, clear of sanctions. Proof of address and passed referencing requested.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our society.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.