Warehouse Operative

The Opportunity- Warehouse Operative

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About the role:

As an Operative at the JCB World Parts Centre, you will play an important role in supporting the efficient flow of parts through the warehouse. You’ll be responsible for completing tasks accurately, safely and on time to help ensure JCB customers and dealers receive the parts they need. This role operates in a fast paced environment where attention to detail, teamwork and reliability are essential.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Carrying out warehouse duties with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Working to deadlines to support daily operational targets in a busy environment.

• Handling goods safely in line with manual handling and health & safety guidelines.

• Completing basic IT tasks including email use and system data entry.

• Supporting goods‑in activities where required.

• Using warehouse equipment and systems in line with training and procedures.

• Communicating clearly with colleagues and supervisors to support smooth operations.

• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety and organisation.

This will be suited to you if...

Essential:

• You have strong attention to detail and take pride in accurate work.

• You can work effectively to deadlines in a fast‑moving environment.

• You have good written and verbal communication skills.

• You are comfortable with basic IT tasks such as emails and system data entry.

• You understand and follow safe manual handling principles.

• You demonstrate excellent attendance, punctuality and reliability.

Desirable:

• You have previous experience in a warehouse or goods‑in environment.

• You hold a forklift licence (Counterbalance, Reach or PPT).

• You have an understanding of inventory control processes.

• You have experience using barcode scanning or warehouse tracking equipment.

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com 

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.