Warehouse Operative / Controller

Location: Highbridge
Salary: Up to £15.49 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 07:30-17:00
Contract: Temp to Perm
Job Type: Full-time

Pertemps are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Warehouse Operative / Controller to join their team in Highbridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional looking for a temp 2 perm position, combining hands-on warehouse duties with stock control and administration.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate stock records using Sage 50, while also carrying out day-to-day warehouse duties including Reach Truck operation, goods in/out, picking and stock replenishment.

Key Responsibilities
Accurately record incoming goods, dispatches, stock adjustments and damages using Sage 50

Carry out regular stock checks and cycle counts, investigating and resolving discrepancies

Process purchase orders, pick lists and delivery notes through Sage 50

Investigate stock variances, incorrect locations and delivery discrepancies

Safely operate a Reach Truck to move and store stock within high-bay racking

Unload incoming deliveries and check goods against delivery documentation

Prepare and stage outgoing orders for dispatch

Monitor stock levels and replenish picking locations as required

Pick, pack and label orders during busy periods

Complete daily forklift safety checks

Maintain a clean, tidy and safe warehouse environment

Work closely with drivers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure the smooth movement of stock

The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will ideally have:

2–3 years' experience within a warehouse controller, senior warehouse operative or similar position

Proven experience using Sage 50, particularly for stock control, inventory management or order processing

A valid and accredited Reach Truck licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent)

Strong attention to detail and excellent stock accuracy

Good organisational and time-management skills

The ability to investigate and resolve stock discrepancies

Good communication skills

A proactive, hands-on approach to warehouse operations

The ability to comfortably handle standard warehouse duties and work at height within high-bay racking

What's on Offer?
Pay rate up to £15.49 per hour, dependent on experience

Monday to Thursday, 07:30-17:00

36-hour working week

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Opportunity to secure a permanent position with an established business

Varied role combining warehouse operations, stock control and administration

If you have experience using Sage 50, hold a Reach Truck licence and are looking for your next opportunity in warehouse and stock control, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a member of the Pertemps team will be in touch
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed