Warehouse Operative - Cold Store
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently seeking Warehouse Operatives who are proud of the role they play, passionate about being the very best version of themselves and determined to achieve by going the extra mile every day. This role will involve working in a coldstore based at our Felixstowe distribution centre. All PPE will be provided, applicants should be able to work a 12-hour shift pattern covering 7 days per week.
Example Week 1 you work 5 days Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2 you work 2 days Wednesday, Thursday
*Please note that you will be working in both an ambient and cold environment which can be up to -25Β°C all relevant PPE is provided*
Key Responsibilities
- Comfortable with heavy lifting
- Completing picking routines and stock checks accurately as require
- Preparing products for delivery, checking and confirming loads as completed and reporting any discrepancies
- Completing documentation
- Ensuring that reasonable care is always taken for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons and to comply with the policies and procedures relating to health and safety within the Company
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Driven and self-motivated
- Open to heavy lifting
- Proactive problem-solving capability
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Able to work to deadlines and meet targets
- Excellent communication skills
- Team Player
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible shift patterns available
- Part time shifts available
- Annual Bonus Review
- Free On-Site parking
- Health Benefits
- Referral Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
- Interest Free Company Loan
- Apprenticeships and a Degree Apprenticeship
About Uniserve Group
Established in 1984, Uniserve is the largest British privately owned international freight and logistics company. Working with an unrivalled network of professional partners across the world. We are experts in all major Global trade markets and specialists in Europe, China, South East Asia, and the Indian Subcontinent.We know some applicants will only apply if they check every box on a job opening, but we encourage you not to say no to us. If you meet most of the requirements, apply apply apply! We would love to hear from you.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Operative - Cold Store roles across Uniserve Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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