Location
Poole, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Manufacturing
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
28/01/2026
Closing date
25/02/2026
Warehouse Operative | Poole | £30,800
Are you an experienced warehouse professional who enjoys working with systems, data and processes in a fast-paced distribution environment? Do you have an interest in everything cars and motor parts?
This permanent Distribution Centre Operative role offers a mix of hands-on warehouse work and administration, using a Warehouse Management System to keep stock accurate and goods flowing smoothly.
Working split shifts Monday to Friday, you will play a key part in the efficient running of a busy Distribution Centre.
As a Warehouse Operative, you will benefit from:
* Permanent position within a well-established warehousing and distribution operation
* Discounted petrol and staff discount on parts
* Health cash plan, critical illness covers and death in service benefit after probation
* Additional holiday after 3 years of service and increased pension contributions after 5 years
* The opportunity to broaden your experience across different warehouse and administrative functions
* A structured environment with clear processes, KPIs and support from your management team.
As a Warehouse Operative, your responsibilities will include:
* Ensuring the timely and accurate receipt of all goods into the Distribution Centre, using the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to book in stock and highlight discrepancies
* Processing, monitoring and moving stock through the WMS from receipt through to dispatch, escalating any issues to the Distribution Supervisor as required
* Maintaining stock integrity through effective stock control, including overseeing picking, replenishment and routine stock checks
* Completing all warehouse-related paperwork and administrative tasks accurately and on time, ensuring information is shared with the relevant departments
* Supporting and training colleagues on WMS and operational processes, while maintaining high standards of housekeeping and following all Health & Safety requirements.
As a Warehouse Operative, your experience will include:
* A valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (essential)
* Previous experience in a busy warehouse , distribution or logistics environment, ideally with next-day operations exposure
* Confident use of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other software to manage stock and data accurately
* Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy
* The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines, proactively resolving discrepancies and problems as they arise
* A positive, team-focused approach, comfortable working within set processes and on a rotating split-shift pattern.
If you are looking to take the next step in your Warehouse Operative career with a role that combines hands-on warehouse work with systems and administration, this opportunity could be a great fit for you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella at Rubicon for more information.