Warehouse Operatives
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Position Overview & Specifications
Poundland are looking for a hard working and relable individuals to join the Springvale Depot. The role is a multi skilled position and colleagues will be expected to undertake a variety of different tasks as and when required.
Job Overview:To carry out all trained warehouse duties assigned, to enable the smooth and efficient movement of stock from Goods-In to Goods-Out, and ensure the timely preparation of store orders to the highest standard of quality and accuracy.
Available Shift Patterns:We currently have the following shifts available:
Friday to Tuesday :
Week 1: Week 2:
Monday 6-2pm Monday 2-10pm
Tuesday 6-2pm Tuesday 2-10pm
Friday 2-10pm Friday 6-2pm
Saturday 2-10pm Saturday 6-2pm
Sunday 2-10pm Sunday 6-2pm
Thusday to Monday :
Week 1: Week 2:
Monday 6-2pm Monday 2-10pm
Thursday 2-10pm Thursday 6-2pm
Friday 2-10pm Friday 6-2pm
Saturday 2-10pm Saturday 6-2pm
Sunday 2-10pm Sunday 6-2pm
Friday to Monday, ( 4 days on 3 days off)
Week 1: Week 2:
Monday 6-2pm Monday 2-10pm
Friday 2-10pm Friday 6-2pm
Saturday 10-10pm Saturday 6-6pm
Sunday 10-10pm Sunday 6-6pm
Key Accountabilities:Key Accountabilities:
- To correctly carry out any operational function, once trained to do so, i.e. goods in, loading, containers or any other reasonable request.
- To meet productivity and accuracy targets set by Management.
- To ensure that the correct products are received and loaded prior to store delivery, in line with the Company procedures.
- To ensure that all training related to Health and Safety is adhered to
- To safely operate all equipment once trained
- Always adhere to safe manual handling techniques.
- To wear all personal protective equipment supplied at all times within the warehouse.
- Achievement of KPI’s
- Achievement of service delivery
- Achievement of personal development objectives
- Computer literate and willing to be be trained on inhouse systems
- Good working knowledge and understanding of warehousing and distribution.
- Is able to embrace and adapt with change and accepts accountability.
- Has common sense and is self motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Is able to work as an individual, or as a team player within the company guidelines.
- Culture fit is non-negotiable – flexibility, fantastic communication skills and huge amounts of drive are a must, together with a natural style that role models our Values
- Bias for action, strong work ethic, and desire to achieve excellence.
- Be IT lliterate and able to learn our onsite system and perform data entry duties
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- The ability to be comfortable with high volume workload and not be afraid to “roll up your sleeves”.
- A strong solutions focus – being comfortable working in an environment which demands strong deliverables along with the ability to identify problems and drive appropriate solutions in a cost effective way.
- Must be able to interface at all levels of the organisation.
- Liasing with delivey drivers on arrival
- Has common sense and is self motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Able to work as an individual, or as a team player within the company guidelines.
- Life assurance scheme
- Childcare vouchers
- Pension scheme
- Loyal service awards
- Increasing holiday from 28 days to max. 33 days with service
- Overtime paid at time and half once you work over 37.5 hours
- 4 weekly paid
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General Merchandise & Superstores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Operatives roles across Poundland's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General Merchandise & Superstores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,819 - £19,945 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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