Warehouse Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Warehouse Operative - Wigan
Winstanley’s Pramworld are the UK’s number 1 independent nursery retailer based in Wigan. Our busy family business is looking to recruit an additional Warehouse Operative to join our warehouse team!
The role can be physically demanding as large items will need to be picked and packed by hand.
It is not essential that you have previous experience working in a warehouse, as full training will be provided; however, previous roles that show organisational and problem-solving skills, as well as keen eye for detail are desired.
As a Warehouse Operative your duties will include general warehouse tasks such as picking, packing, loading and unloading, cleaning and when necessary, driving the works vehicle (a clean full driving license is required to drive the company vehicles).
Responsibilities:
Our warehouse team services our online business, as well as the Stoke and Wigan stores. You will be assisting in the overall dispatch of customers’ orders, delivering of stock to stores and supporting the general running of the warehouse.
Usual day:
- Paper picking and packing orders
- Loading goods for dispatch
- Delivering goods to stores and customers
- Taking delivery of good and supplies
- Checking for damaged or missing items
- Storing goods
- Manual lifting of stock
- Driving the works van (subject to license check)
- Cleaning work areas
Working hours:
- Average 37.5 hours per week - On a rota'd basis - Between 8am – 5pm
- Permanent position (Subject to a successful 6-month probationary training period)
- Bank Holidays Required – As a retail business we are open for our customers
- Weekend shifts (Currently every other Saturday)
- Seasonal/Promotional cover Required
Benefits and pay:
- £10.60ph
- Additional holiday after 2 years’ service
- Employee of the month rewards
- Staff Discount
- Access to AbleFutures (Mental health support)
- Annual staff party
Apply now!
Winstanleys Pramworld is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £10.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Cleaning regime
PPE provided
Experience:
- Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (no points) (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: W22.7
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
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Operative roles across Winstanleys Pramworld'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.
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 £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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