Material Handler
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13 to £46 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | 20% shift allowance |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 April 2026 |
| Location: | Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6XT |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1409_1773658031 |
Summary
Material Handler
Basingstoke RG21
£16.15 per hour (including 20% shift allowance)
Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts (Week 1: 6:00-14:00, Week 2: 14:00-22:00)
6-month contract, with possibility of extension
Gi Group is recruiting Material Handlers on behalf of a leading company dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Material Handler to advance their career in a collaborative and inclusive environment where operational excellence is a priority.
About the Material Handler Role:
As a Material Handler, your main responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles, and efficiently picking and packing national and international orders. You will also work with chilled (2-3°C) and frozen (-21°C) shipments, ensuring all materials are handled safely and accurately in line with Safety, Quality, and Delivery (SQD) standards.
Material Handler Working hours:
- Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts (Week 1: 6:00-14:00, Week 2: 14:00-22:00)
Material Handler Salary:
- Base pay: £13.46 per hour
- Shift allowance: 20%
- Total hourly pay: £13.46 + £2.69 = £16.15 per hour
Key Tasks for the Material Handler:
- Load and unload vehicles in the warehouse
- Pick and pack orders for UK and international customers
- Work occasionally in chilled (2-3°C) and freezer (-21°C) areas
- Operate forklift trucks and other warehouse equipment
- Update systems to keep stock records accurate
What You Need as a Material Handler:
- Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to lift up to 20kg and work on your feet most of the day
- Comfortable working in cold environments
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Reliability and willingness to learn
If you want to join a friendly, fast-paced team and make a real difference as a Material Handler, apply now with Gi Group!
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
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