Warehouse Operative - North Essex

Job details
Posting date:	05 September 2025
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	05 October 2025
Location:	Chelmsford, CM2 5AE
Company:	Reed Talent Solutions
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	ANG03116-341882

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Summary

Are you ready to make a difference and be part of a team that helps deliver for the nation?

Angard Staffing is looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join us as flexible (temporary) Warehouse Operatives with Parcelforce.

Whether you're looking for a new challenge or want to be part of a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Apply?

Dynamic Work Environment: No two days are the same.
Historic Service: Be part of a service that connects people and businesses every day.
Competitive Pay: Enjoy competitive rates and the flexibility to fit work around your lifestyle.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Warehouse Operative, you’ll be a key part of the parcel journey:

Loading and unloading parcels from trailers
Moving parcels through the warehouse safely and efficiently
Operating mechanised parcel sorting equipment
Sorting up to 40,000 items with your team during a single shift
Ensuring every parcel – big or small – is handled with care and reaches its destination on time

What We’re Looking For

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds – no previous experience is required, but it’s a bonus if you’ve worked in similar environments.

Our ideal candidate:

Is flexible and comfortable switching between tasks
Can lift parcels up to 30kg and push loads up to 250kg (with assistance for heavier items)
Is physically fit and able to manage long shifts on their feet
Is motivated, reliable, and ready to work as part of a team

Payrates & Shifts

The tables below outline the pay rates applicable for warehouse roles at our Parcelforce sites. The rates displayed are payable for your shift where the shift description criteria is met.

Rates could be subject to change during busy periods, Angard staffing will communicate any change to your pay rates in advance.

0-12 Weeks service

Shift	Shift Description	Pay Rate
Mon – Sat Days	Hours Worked Between 06:00 – 22:00	£12.21
Mon – Sat Nights	Hours Worked Between 22:00 – 06:00	£14.73
Sunday Days	Hours Worked Between 06:00 – 22:00	£12.50
Sunday Nights	Hours Worked Between 22:00 – 06:00	£14.73
Bank Holiday	All Day	£14.73

13-26 Weeks service

Shift	Shift Description	Pay Rate
Mon – Sat Days	Hours Worked Between 06:00 – 22:00	£12.21
Mon – Sat Nights	Hours Worked Between 22:00 – 06:00	£14.73
Sunday Days	Hours Worked Between 06:00 – 22:00	£18.45
Sunday Nights	Hours Worked Between 22:00 – 06:00	£18.45
Bank Holiday	All Day	£25.73

27 Weeks service onwards

Shift	Shift Description	Pay Rate
Mon – Sat Days	Hours Worked Between 06:00 – 22:00	£13.38
Mon – Sat Nights	Hours Worked Between 22:00 – 06:00	£15.93
Sunday Days	Hours Worked Between 06:00 – 22:00	£18.45
Sunday Nights	Hours Worked Between 22:00 – 06:00	£18.45
Bank Holiday	All Day	£25.73

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

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