Job details
Location: Newton Abbot Area
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm (40 hours per week)
Salary: £27,940 per annum
Benefits: Annual Performance Bonus Scheme
Our client, a well-established and successful business based in the Newton Abbot area, is looking to recruit a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join their busy warehouse team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of accuracy, organisation and safety.
Please note: This role is physically demanding and involves heavy lifting for the majority of the working day. Applicants must be comfortable carrying out regular manual handling tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Pick customer orders accurately and place them in the correct areas ready for delivery.
- Ensure all stock is stored in the correct warehouse locations.
- Safely carry out heavy lifting and manual handling duties throughout the working day.
- Report any stock discrepancies or issues promptly to your Supervisor or the Stock Control Team.
- Assist with stock takes and inventory checks as required.
- Complete out-of-date stock lists, damaged stock records and MHE (Material Handling Equipment) records accurately.
- Prioritise workloads to meet operational deadlines.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
- Adhere to all warehouse health and safety procedures and company policies at all times.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous warehouse experience is essential.
- Happy to undertake heavy lifting and physically demanding manual handling duties for the majority of each shift.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to support colleagues where needed.
- Commitment to following health and safety procedures at all times.
What’s on Offer
- £27,940 per annum.
- Monday to Friday working hours – 9:00am to 6:00pm.
- Annual Performance Bonus Scheme.
- Full-time, permanent opportunity with a respected employer.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
If you’re a hardworking, dependable Warehouse Operative who enjoys physical work and is looking for your next opportunity in the Newton Abbot area, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.
Why apply through Driver Hire/dh Recruitment?
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) supports candidates across South Devon and North Devon with transport, logistics, construction, industrial and skilled trade roles.
You will be dealing with a local recruitment team who can talk you through the role, answer your questions and explain the next steps clearly.
Driver Hire Nationwide’s latest candidate survey showed that 97% of candidates were proud to work for Driver Hire, while 96% rated the level of respect and service they received as Good or Excellent, based on responses from 1,109 candidates in December 2025.
How to apply
Apply through Indeed or call Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) on 01364 644149 for an informal chat about the role.
When calling, please mention the job title so we know which role you are interested in.
No covering letter is required. Simply submit your CV and a member of the team will be in touch.
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