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Warehouse Operative with Forklift

Adecco
Aberdeen Contract GBP 26,227 – 26,227
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Job Title: Warehouse Operative with Forklift Location: Aberdeen
Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (12-week temporary period with potential for permanent employment)
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative to join our client's team in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role with a growing organisation following an initial temporary period.

The position is varied and hands-on, combining general warehouse duties, forklift operation, and support with garment decoration processes such as heat sealing.

Key Responsibilities • Assist with garment decoration, including heat sealing

  • Pick, pack, and prepare stock for internal use and customer dispatch

  • Drive the company vans to complete deliveries (this will only be sometimes)

  • Load and unload deliveries safely and efficiently

  • Operate a counterbalance forklift as required

  • Carry out general warehouse duties to support daily operations

  • Deliver stock using company vans when required

  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and adhere to all health and safety procedures

  • Support the wider team in meeting operational targets and deadlines

RequirementsEssential: • Valid external Counterbalance Forklift licence
  • Previous warehouse experience

  • Good understanding of health and safety within a warehouse environment

  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable: • Experience in garment decoration or heat sealing
  • Background in a retail or store-based warehouse environment

Personal Attributes • Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
  • Good attention to detail

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team

  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks

What's on Offer • Opportunity to secure a permanent role after 12 weeks
  • Competitive hourly rate

  • Varied and engaging role within a supportive team

  • Immediate start available

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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