Warehouse Operative - Forklift

Posted 10 February 2026
Salary Up to £12.90 per hour
LocationBelfast
Job type Temporary
Discipline Supply Chain & Logistics
ReferenceBBBH14195_1770732627

Job description

Overview
A busy public-facing organisation is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative to support day-to-day stores and distribution functions. This role will involve order picking, goods handling and operating a counterbalance forklift in a fast-paced environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Loading and unloading deliveries using a counterbalance forklift

  • Picking and packing orders accurately in line with pick sheets

  • Moving stock safely within the warehouse and yard

  • Carrying out goods-in checks and reporting discrepancies

  • Labelling, wrapping and preparing items for dispatch

  • Maintaining accurate stock records and updating internal systems

  • Assisting with stock counts and inventory control

  • Ensuring the warehouse is kept clean, organised and safe at all times

  • Adhering to all health & safety procedures and manual handling practices

  • Supporting other warehouse and logistics tasks as required

Essential Criteria

  • Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (in date)

  • Previous experience in a warehouse, stores or logistics environment

  • Experience with order picking and packing

  • Ability to work accurately in a fast-moving environment

  • Good understanding of health & safety within a warehouse setting

  • Strong team player with a flexible approach to duties

  • Willingness to undertake manual handling tasks

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience using warehouse management or stock control systems

  • Previous experience working in a public-sector or large organisation

  • Driving licence and access to transport

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Glenn Roberts in the strictest confidence

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