Warehouse Operative/Back up Driver - Waltham Abbey - ref. r00819415

A leading roofing company based in Waltham Abbey is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join their team. This role involves managing the warehouse, maintaining stock, and supporting deliveries as a backup van driver. A clean UK driving licence is essential, as you will be required to assist with deliveries and occasional travel to the St Neots unit.

📋 Key Responsibilities:

• 📦 Organise and maintain a tidy warehouse, implementing continuous improvements to stock control and storage systems.
• 🏗️ Manage stock for hard metal and flat roofing materials, ensuring availability as needed.
• 🚛 Backup Van Driver: Occasionally assist with deliveries, driving the company van as needed. Ensure materials are safely transported to various locations and delivery documentation is completed.
• 🛠️ Ensure compliance with COSHH regulations by safely storing and disposing of hazardous materials.
• ♻️ Oversee metal recycling and manage PPE stock levels.
• 🏢 Receive deliveries and prepare materials for dispatch, ensuring materials are organised and ready for distribution.
• 🔧 Operate warehouse equipment like forklifts, hand pallet trucks, and load gates, conducting regular checks for safety and efficiency.
• 🏠 Split your time between two warehouse locations on the business park, including the newly acquired unit.

🌟 Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail for managing warehouse operations.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and procedures in warehouse and delivery settings.
• Van Driving (Backup Role): Comfortable driving the company van to assist with deliveries when required. Must be able to safely load and unload goods and ensure delivery documentation is completed.
• Forklift licence (preferred but not essential).
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

📋 Requirements:

• A clean UK driving licence is essential for the backup van driving duties.
• Previous warehouse or logistics experience is required.
• Familiarity with COSHH regulations or willingness to learn.

If you’re an organised, proactive individual with a clean driving licence and a passion for warehouse operations, we’d love to hear from you!