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Warehouse Operative

European Information Technology has been in the retail environment for over 15 years and has a vast portfolio of clients we work with.  Our aim is to provide a service to customers meeting their IT needs generally, but also including Installation of network infrastructure, Point of Sale rollouts, Maintenance, Chip & PIN deployments, WiFi and IT procurement.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will be responsible for incoming stock into the warehouse, working from a shared mailbox and stock system.

As a warehouse operative, you'll be responsible for all aspects of equipment coming in, tidiness of working environment, stock control and pick, pack and despatch of equipment in line with customer SLA's.

Your actions will directly influence the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the project so attention to detail and accuracy is a must.

Reporting into the Warehouse Manager and Operations Director you will cover the day to day duties to support the team with all warehouse activity.

The role includes:


  • Ensuring all goods are picked from dispatched according to the picking procedure and orders in the system queue
  • Picking and packing products to correspond with client orders.
  • Working off pick sheets to ensure orders are correct ready for despatch.
  • Using hand scanners to fulfil orders.
  • Always Adhering to strict health and safety policies
  • Maintain and take responsibility for housekeeping in working area.
  • Ensure all handling, loading and storage of goods is carried out and maintained in a safe manner.
  • Ensure correct labelling of all orders for despatch
  • To replenish the Warehouse as and when required, ensuring stock is always available for picking on the pick face
  • Ensure all terminals / consignments are loaded correctly and on time ready for courier collection and within SLA
  • Ensure Warehouse is tidy and equipment received is scanned in on receipt
  • Ensure you are working in accordance with Health & Safety regulations
  • Working on any documentation that may assist with the process to ensure we continue to develop and improve upon our service delivery
  • Answer and redirect all incoming calls and emails as appropriate
  • Update stock system and keep accurate at all times
  • Boxing & labelling of equipment
  • Logging equipment into the stock management system
  • Moving and managing of stock items
  • Picking and labelling of stock
  • Dispatching stock
  • Loading and unloading of delivery vehicles
  • Counting of stock for stock checks

You'll have


  • Picking experience, used to working in warehouse environment
  • Experience working within a technology environment an advantage although full training given
  • Health and safety savvy and able to use warehouse equipment
  • Good attention to detail
  • Good communication and organisational skills
  • The ability to carry out work accurately and efficiently
  • The ability to cope with changing schedules and demands
  • Natural team player
  • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Awareness of good Health and Safety principles
  • The role is a physical one, so good health and fitness is essential.

    You'll enjoy working as part of a small team with a dedicated focus on results and quality.
  • You will be resilient - able to stay positive in difficult situations and you will naturally embrace an inclusive working environment and be committed to doing the right thing
  • Forklift experience not essential but desirable

The main duties listed above are not intended to be exhaustive and may be revised in accordance with the requirements of the department and the company.

A can-do attitude and willingness to support the business to the best of your ability, in line with the company ethos is essential.

About You

Ideally you will be an enthusiastic and proactive individual who thrives in a busy environment.

You will be confident in working independently and self-motivated in completing tasks, including those with conflicting deadlines.

Your verbal and written communication will project an assured and positive style that is confident in working with clients, as well as being solution focused.

You will thrive in a dynamic small team environment, demonstrating excellent collaborative skills.

Essential Requirements:


  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritise workload and work to strict deadlines whilst paying close attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Works well under pressure.
  • Demonstrate a positive and flexible approach to work.
  • A creative and solution focused approach to problem solving.
  • Friendly and approachable attitude towards colleagues and customers alike
  • Able to use Microsoft Office / Email
  • Experience in a similar role / some experience of being a warehouse operative desirable but not essential
  • Full UK Driving License desirable but not essential

The successful candidate will be rewarded with the following salary and benefits:


  • £19,500 - £24,000
  • 23 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Group Stakeholder pension following a successful probation period

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, and due to the nature of our business have a clean credit/criminal history.

 EIT Limited is an equal opportunities employer.



  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Permanent
  • Rate: £19.5k - 24k per year
  • Location: Erith, Greater London, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Other
  • Recruiter: Hiring People
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: online-4034
  • Posted: 2025-06-26 10:20:41 -

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