Warehouse & Machine Operative – Evanton
British Wool represents 30,000 members across the UK, collecting, grading and marketing wool on their behalf. We are committed to supporting farmers and ensuring their wool reaches markets effectively and efficiently.
We are now looking to recruit a Warehouse & Machine Operative to join our Evanton team. This role supports the smooth running of warehouse operations, wool handling, and operating machinery to support grading production. Previous experience working in a warehouse environment and operating FLT equipment is essential.
ApplySalary
£27,280
Starting May
Full Time
Location
Evanton
Hours
Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm
The Role
We’re the UK’s largest wool marketing organisation, working with farmer members to bring high-quality wool to market.
We are looking to recruit a Warehouse & Machine Operative to join our Evanton team. This role supports the smooth running of warehouse operations, wool handling, and operating machinery to support grading production. Previous experience working in a warehouse environment and operating FLT equipment is essential.
What you’ll do
- Unload wool sheets from vehicles.
- Load trucks and containers safely and efficiently.
- Store and move wool within the warehouse.
- Weigh wool sheets upon receipt.
- Prepare wool sheets for transport to grading points and lanes.
- Transfer wool to processes within the warehouse via skeps.
- Operate the packing machine in line with training and safe operating procedures.
- Coring of wool bales when required.
- Pack bales correctly and efficiently to maintain production flow with the grading team.
- Enter data accurately into warehouse/computer systems.
- Maintain high standards of Health & Safety at all times.
- Carry out other warehouse duties as required.
What we offer
- £27,280 per annum.
- Contributory pension scheme (eligibility rules apply).
- 23 days’ annual leave (pro-rata in first year) + 9 statutory days.
- Increases to 28 days after two years’ service.
- Option to buy up to 5 additional days leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme access.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- On-site parking.
What you'll bring
Essential: Valid counterbalance FLT licence (in-date) with 1+ year experience.
Essential: Minimum 6 months’ warehouse experience.
- Experience operating machinery (training will be provided).
- Full, clean driving licence.
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Outlook and warehouse system data entry.
- Able to work independently and proactively.
- Strong communication skills and a professional, positive attitude.
- Reliable team player with a strong work ethic and attention to quality.
- Good numeracy, literacy, punctuality, and attendance.
We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this vacancy. Unsolicited CV’s will not be accepted, and no agency fees will be payable.