Role: Warehouse Operative
Location: Gateshead, NE10 8YF
Salary: £28,742.17
Hours a week: 45 hours, Monday - Friday - 07.00am - 16.45
Contract type: Permanent
As a Warehouse Operative, you will be at the heart of our operation, ensuring that waste materials are processed efficiently and safely. Your role is vital in maintaining the smooth running of our warehouse environment, adhering to safety standards, and keeping our machinery in top shape. You will be a key player in providing a secure, reliable service to our customers, working both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Load and unload confidential paper and materials from vehicles with precision and care
- Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly checks on shredding and baling machinery to ensure optimal performance
- Operate shredding and baling machinery safely, adhering to all compliance standards
- Report any machinery or equipment defects to minimize production downtime
- Follow manual handling procedures to ensure safety during lifting and manoeuvring
- Maintain a clean and organized work area to boost operational efficiency
- Use counterbalance Forklift Truck or JCB Telehandler Truck safely in a bustling environment
- Assist with collections from customer sites as needed
About you:
- A commitment to high Health and Safety standards
- Numerate and literate with excellent verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
- Flexibility and resilience under pressure
- Experience with FLT Counterbalance or JCB Telehandler is required
- Confidential wastepaper or recycling experience is a plus, but we provide full training
- First Aid and Fire Marshall certifications are desirable but not necessary
Some of our benefits include:
- Annual Leave – 23 days + bank holidays
- Life Assurance – 2x basic annual salary
- Bereavement Counselling – Support during difficult times
- Free Onsite Parking
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential counselling via Health Assured
- Eye Care Support – Free eye tests and up to £70 towards glasses for DSE users and drivers (includes retinal photography for drivers over 40)