Warehouse Operative

Position: Warehouse Operative 
Job ID: 2340/5
Location: Havant
Rate/Salary: £27,500
Benefits: Lots of Benefits 
Type: Permanent / Full Time 

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The job description below will outline this position of: Warehouse Operative 

Typically, this person will be a reliable, organised and proactive person looking to join a busy team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the daily handling, storage, and dispatching of products and supplies. You will ensure accuracy, safety, and timely fulfilment of orders.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Warehouse Operative:

• Receive, unload and check incoming stock deliveries against delivery notes
• Inspect and verify product quantities and condition; report any discrepancies or damages
• Store goods in the correct warehouse locations, maintaining proper organisation
• Accurately pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for dispatch
• Label parcels correctly, ensuring shipping documentation and packing slips are accurate
• Operate warehouse equipment - forklift 
• Conduct regular stock checks/cycle counts and update stock records
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, safety standards and general orderliness
• Assist with loading outgoing shipments, working with courier or transport providers as required
• Collaborate with the office/sales team regarding order status, stock levels, and dispatch schedules
• Adhere to company policies for health & safety, manual handling and warehouse procedures

Qualifications and requirements for the Warehouse Operative:

• Experience operating warehouse equipment, such as forklifts or pallet trucks (with a valid licence/certification)
• Previous experience working in a marine, parts, or retail-based environment
• Basic familiarity with stock-control or warehouse management systems
• Flexibility to assist with occasional inventory audits, loading/unloading, and ad-hoc packing demands           
• Due to the location of the business, a driving licence would be beneficial

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.