Warehouse/Transport Operative

Warehouse/Transport Operative - Band 2

Location: Lisburn
Duration: Temporary
Salary: £24,465 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Closing Date: 5pm Friday 13 November 2026

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Warehouse/Transport Operative in Lisburn.

The successful candidate will support the receipt, storage, preparation and distribution of community equipment, including wheelchairs and other care equipment. The role will involve warehouse duties, equipment cleaning and decontamination, stock control and delivering, collecting and assembling equipment at clients' homes and other locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out warehouse duties, including receiving, checking, storing, picking, preparing and despatching stock and equipment.
• Clean, inspect and prepare returned community equipment for re-issue, repair or disposal in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Dismantle and assemble community care equipment following appropriate training.
• Maintain accurate stock control, decontamination and warehouse records, using relevant computer systems and barcode scanners.
• Assist with stock checks, stock rotation and the secure storage of equipment.
• Deliver, assemble, demonstrate, collect and dismantle wheelchairs and other community equipment at homes, day centres, schools and clinics.
• Assist members of the public with the collection and loading of equipment into private vehicles.
• Operate vehicles, lifts, ramps and mechanical handling equipment safely and appropriately.
• Carry out routine vehicle checks and maintenance, maintain accurate journey and fuel records, and report any defects.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe warehouse and vehicle environment.
• Follow health and safety, infection prevention, decontamination and quality procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other service teams to support effective service delivery.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Possess a minimum of three GCSEs or equivalent at Grades A -C, including English Language and Mathematics, and have at least one year's experience in a procurement or logistics environment.

OR

• Have at least two years' relevant experience in a procurement or logistics environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Hold a full Category B driving licence and be able to drive vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Be able to work to set deadlines.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills to meet the needs of the service.
• An Enhanced Access NI disclosure check may be required before an appointment can be confirmed.
• The post may require travel to other locations within the organisation's area of operation.

Desirable Criteria

• Forklift licence for counterbalance and/or reach truck.

How to Apply Interested applicants should submit their CV to Caroline at by 5pm Friday 13th November 2026.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.