Warehouse Operative

First Fence is a leading name in the Security and Temporary Fencing industry that provide the highest standard of service, at the best market price. Our team of specialists are dedicated to meeting the needs and expectations of all of our customers.

As we are the only security fencing company to offer same day delivery within the UK, delivering optimum service through our dedicated sales, transport & systems development teams, it is no surprise we are one of the market leading companies in the security fencing industry.

The rapid pace of our growth has resulted in a sales increase in excess of 100% year on year since we were established in Burton-on-Trent in 2010. Building on our success, we are continuing to develop avenues for new business opportunities. Having recently opened our sixth depot in Nottingham, we have ambitious plans for further growth and business expansion.

Our rapid growth means that we currently operate from six locations - our main head office in Swadlincote in the East Midlands, Tipton in the West Midlands, Nottingham, Canvey Island, Bristol, and Glasgow.

**Position**:
**Position**:
**Warehouse Operative / Delivery Driver**:
**Reporting to: Operations Supervisor**:
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**Operational responsibilities**:
The Warehouse Operative / Delivery Driver will be responsible for driving Company vans together with

assisting with all aspects of general tasks within the Depot including but not limited to:

- carrying out Deliveries
- van maintenance including daily and weekly checks;
- excellent customer service at all times;
- assisting with the day-to-day operation of the Trade Counter as required;
- receiving, checking and booking in goods;
- storing goods safely within the warehouse;
- accurately making up orders;
- loading and unloading of vehicles;
- manual handling of stock; and
- general warehouse maintenance including maintaining a tidy and safe working environment.

**Requirements**:
**How you do it**:

- You are able to work well on your own using your initiative
- You are a great team player, helping colleagues to complete their tasks when required.
- You are courteous, friendly and professional to your colleagues and customers ensuring customers leave feeling valued and respected.
- You communicate well to all however especially to your line manager. You ensure errors, customer feedback and leads are given to your line manager promptly.
- You have great care and attention to detail
- You have good numeracy and literacy skills
- You remain calm in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
- Be flexible with start and finish times dependent on business requirements
- You observe and comply with quality, environment, health, and safety procedures. All employees are responsible for health and safety of both themselves and that of the whole site

The Warehouse Operative / Delivery Driver will be required to carry out any other reasonable duties falling

within their capabilities, as the needs of the Company dictate.

You will be reliable, motivated and have excellent time-management and customer service skills. You

are organised and follow Health and Safety procedures. You will have at least one year's experience

as a delivery driver. You will also preferably have experience in a warehouse-based role.

A Forklift License & A full clean UK driving licence is essential to this role

A Class C License would be beneficial, but not essential.

**Other information**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £11.50 per hour D.O.E 50 hours Monday to Friday. Start and finish times 7am - 5pm

**Benefits**:

- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assist Programme
- Discount platform
- Christmas Closedown

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday