Warehouse Operative - 3 month fixed term
| Posting date: | 01 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,809 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bath Road, SN14 0WT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wincanton PLC |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Thales FTC |
Summary
We are looking for Warehouse Operatives to join our team at Wincanton, based on the Chippenham site on a 3 month fixed term contact. You will report directly to the Warehouse Manager to provide flexibility, capability to perform all aspect of warehousing to meet all key performance indicators and exceed customer expectations.
Please Note: Due to the nature of the work, current and valid SC clearance is essential. Only candidates who already hold active SC clearance will be considered.
Why Wincanton?
Unrivalled starting salary £23,809
Monday to Friday working either shift pattern 6am – 2.30pm OR 9am – 5.30pm with a 12.30pm finish on Fridays!
3 months fixed term contract
24 days holiday
Retail Discounts – supermarket, fashion, tech, days out, food and drink, home, cinema, travel, sports, music and games, books, health and beauty, leisure, Enterprise rentals
Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
Friends and Family Apprenticeships – Not only can you learn and develop new skills, your friends and family can enrol on accredited courses too!
Cycle 2 Work Scheme
Healthcare Cash plan
Dental Cash plan
Pension Accident Insurance
Payroll Giving
Eye Care Vouchers
Online GP Access
Hospital Plan
Death in Service Benefit
Retirement Courses
50% discount on RAC cover Discounted Gym Memberships
Extended Employee Assistance Programme including free financial and legal advice
Day to Day
Carry out operational asks as requested to achieve departmental and site objectives
Ensure the correct handling of all client products is carried out at all stages within the facility
Operate customer & Wincanton IT systems as required
Complete all necessary paperwork accurately
Undertake additional duties required for the effective role
Support the operational efficiency and general housekeeping and hygiene standards of the warehouse and site
Operating in a safe manner, in accordance with training provided
Working alongside Team Members to achieve targets and meet customer expectations
Operate within the Wincanton values – Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness and Trust
What will you bring?
Attention to detail
Ideally experienced and licensed in use of MHE
Computer literate and can operate RF guns
Good understanding/experience working with extensive warehouse management systems
Team player
Customer focussed
Polite and professional manner
Flexibility – be available to deploy to different Wincanton sites
Wincanton’s Commitment
Our people are our most important asset and as such we are continuously expanding our capability programs to provide you with opportunities to build and extend your professional, functional, and management skills. Your development through coaching is our priority. Continuous learning takes place through a broad variety of opportunities and types of engagements. Access to the latest technological innovations in the logistics and supply chain industry, as well as Wincanton’s deep knowledge and expertise in our field, constitute a superb platform for your professional development.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Please Note: Due to the nature of the work, current and valid SC clearance is essential. Only candidates who already hold active SC clearance will be considered.
Why Wincanton?
Unrivalled starting salary £23,809
Monday to Friday working either shift pattern 6am – 2.30pm OR 9am – 5.30pm with a 12.30pm finish on Fridays!
3 months fixed term contract
24 days holiday
Retail Discounts – supermarket, fashion, tech, days out, food and drink, home, cinema, travel, sports, music and games, books, health and beauty, leisure, Enterprise rentals
Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
Friends and Family Apprenticeships – Not only can you learn and develop new skills, your friends and family can enrol on accredited courses too!
Cycle 2 Work Scheme
Healthcare Cash plan
Dental Cash plan
Pension Accident Insurance
Payroll Giving
Eye Care Vouchers
Online GP Access
Hospital Plan
Death in Service Benefit
Retirement Courses
50% discount on RAC cover Discounted Gym Memberships
Extended Employee Assistance Programme including free financial and legal advice
Day to Day
Carry out operational asks as requested to achieve departmental and site objectives
Ensure the correct handling of all client products is carried out at all stages within the facility
Operate customer & Wincanton IT systems as required
Complete all necessary paperwork accurately
Undertake additional duties required for the effective role
Support the operational efficiency and general housekeeping and hygiene standards of the warehouse and site
Operating in a safe manner, in accordance with training provided
Working alongside Team Members to achieve targets and meet customer expectations
Operate within the Wincanton values – Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness and Trust
What will you bring?
Attention to detail
Ideally experienced and licensed in use of MHE
Computer literate and can operate RF guns
Good understanding/experience working with extensive warehouse management systems
Team player
Customer focussed
Polite and professional manner
Flexibility – be available to deploy to different Wincanton sites
Wincanton’s Commitment
Our people are our most important asset and as such we are continuously expanding our capability programs to provide you with opportunities to build and extend your professional, functional, and management skills. Your development through coaching is our priority. Continuous learning takes place through a broad variety of opportunities and types of engagements. Access to the latest technological innovations in the logistics and supply chain industry, as well as Wincanton’s deep knowledge and expertise in our field, constitute a superb platform for your professional development.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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