Warehouse Operative with MHE

Quest Employment are recruiting for Warehouse Operatives to work for our client in the DE74 area. Successful candidates will be responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient execution of day-to-day warehouse activities to support operational performance and customer service.

Shift Pattern

Sunday - Thursday

2pm-10pm

Pay Rate

£13.98 - 2pm-8pm

£16.99 - 8pm-10pm

Key Responsibilities

• Operate MHE equipment safely and in line with training, certification, and site procedures.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report any defects or safety concerns.
• Follow all health and safety requirements, including PPE and working-at-height procedures.
• Safely operate HLOP equipment and use harness systems when working at height.
• Move, replenish, retrieve, and store stock accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure stock is correctly located and recorded within warehouse systems.
• Support warehouse activities such as picking, packing, loading, unloading, and general stock handling when required.
• Work flexibly between MHE and non-MHE duties to meet operational needs.
• Maintain high levels of productivity, quality, and accuracy.
• Report stock discrepancies, damaged goods, or process issues.
• Work closely with colleagues and supervisors, communicating clearly and effectively.
• Promote a positive, safety-focused team environment.
• Contribute ideas and support initiatives to improve safety, efficiency, and ways of working.

Requirements

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Accredited MHE licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent) or willingness to be trained.
• Experience operating MHE and working in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Multi-skilled MHE experience across different truck types is an advantage.
• Experience working at height (HLOP) and using harness systems safely.
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Good attention to detail and spatial awareness.
• Experience using WMS/RF systems and an understanding of warehouse operations and stock control.
• Clear communication skills and a team-focused approach.
• Reliable, flexible, proactive, and able to work across different tasks.
• Ability to support, coach, or guide other operators is beneficial.