Warehouse Operative
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Airswift scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job reference
1282458
Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Sector
Process
Function
Other
Employment type
Contract
Date published
October 27, 2026
Job Title:
Warehouse Operative
Duration: 12 months
Schedule: Monday to Friday, day shift, 7.5 hours, typical start times between 07:00 and 10:00, with flexibility to work alternative shift patterns in future
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
This opportunity offers the chance to work within a logistics and warehouse environment supporting the safe handling, storage, filling, loading and dispatch of finished goods and raw materials. The role has a strong technical focus across stock control, SAP ERP transactions, packaged goods filling operations, and counterbalance forklift activity. This position will contribute directly to safety, quality, operational efficiency, and accurate inventory management within an ISO-accredited environment.
Required Experience:
Previous warehouse and logistics experience
Experience operating counterbalance forklift trucks
Experience loading export trailers and containers
Experience working with stock control and inventory processes
Experience working safely in a busy warehouse environment
Required Skills:
Ability to receive, inspect and book in goods accurately using SAP ERP
Strong inventory management and stock accuracy capability, including stock checks and cycle counts
Ability to load and unload trailers and shipping containers safely and securely
Capability to support filling operations for drums, IBCs and other containers
Understanding of warehouse housekeeping, product movement and safe storage practices
Good communication and teamwork skills
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Strong attention to detail with a safety-focused approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to work shifts
Required Certifications:
Valid counterbalance forklift licence or certification
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP
Experience filling drums, IBCs or tanker vehicles
Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
Experience working within manufacturing, chemical, lubricants or industrial environments
About Airswift:
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.
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