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Warehouse Operative – Reading | Full-Time, Permanent Role
Are you seeking a fast-paced, positively challenging role? Do you want to work on behalf of a prestigious brand and contribute to a great team while driving your own career forward?
Here at GXO, we’re partnering with Waitrose and are seeking Warehouse Operatives to join our team in Reading. This is a full-time, permanent position, operating under an ’any 5 days out of 7’ shift pattern, including night shifts (22:00 – 06:00 hours).
Pay, Benefits and More
- Hourly rate of £13.24, plus 33% shift premium, up to £17.61
- Holiday pay
- Workplace pension
- A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
- Access to MyBenefits platform, including:
- High street discounts
- Cashback cards
- Savings scheme
- Free access to GXO University—a wealth of online training courses to keep your development on track
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Responsibilities
A typical day in this role involves:
- Working in a chilled, produce, and ambient warehouse environment
- Supporting the loading and picking of customer orders
- Operating manual handling equipment safely and efficiently
- Utilising the warehouse management system and ’pick by voice’ equipment
- Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety policies
- Meeting daily productivity and performance targets
- Maintaining high standards in housekeeping, hygiene, and safety
Requirements
To succeed in this position, you should:
- Preferably have previously worked in a warehouse environment
- Demonstrate flexibility, especially during peak seasons
- Possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a customer-focused approach
- Show autonomy and ability to work both independently and as part of a keen team
- Commit to Health & Safety guidelines and uphold operational standards
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About GXO
We engineer faster, smarter and leaner supply chains. As a leading provider of supply chain solutions, GXO partners with top global companies—using our cutting-edge technology and services to optimise their logistics seamlessly.
Our success is built on our diverse, talented global team, where individuals of all backgrounds and experience levels contribute to a dynamic and inclusive working environment. GXO is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from people with disabilities and members of the Armed Forces.
"We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity, aiming to build an inclusive place where everyone feels valued."
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