Warehouse Operative
Job Description & Overview
Barker Ross are currently recruiting for Warehouse Operatives to join a busy logistics operation based in Banbury, OX16 .
We are looking for reliable and hardworking people who are comfortable working in a fast paced warehouse environment. Previous warehouse experience is useful, but not essential, as full training will be provided.
This is a great opportunity if you are looking for ongoing work where you can develop your warehouse experience and gain MHE training.
Shift Pattern
You will work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern:
Days: 06:00 to 18:00
Nights: 18:00 to 06:00
Pay Rates
Day Shift:
13.44 to 13.94 per hour
Night Shift:
14.44 to 14.94 per hour
What will you be doing?
Picking customer orders accurately
Using handheld scanners and Radio Data Terminals
Building and wrapping pallets ready for dispatch
Loading and unloading deliveries
Checking incoming stock for quantity and quality
Moving and putting away stock within the warehouse
Replenishing picking locations
Using the Warehouse Management System
Keeping your working area clean and safe
Supporting the wider warehouse team when required
MHE Training and Development
Everyone who successfully completes the induction day will receive PPT training, so you do not need to already hold a PPT licence.
Once trained and confident on PPT, there will also be opportunities to progress onto additional MHE training, including Reach Truck and VNA.
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to develop their warehouse experience and gain additional MHE skills.
What Happens at the Induction?
As part of your first day and site induction, all candidates will complete:
Drug and alcohol test
English assessment
Maths assessment
Site induction and safety training
Please make sure you are comfortable completing these assessments before applying.
What Are We Looking For?
Reliable and punctual
Comfortable working 12 hour shifts
Able to work a 4 on 4 off rota
Happy working in a busy warehouse environment
Comfortable working as part of a team
Able to work accurately and follow instructions
Willing to learn and undertake MHE training
Previous warehouse experience is desirable but not essential. Experience using pallet trucks, PPT, Reach Truck, VNA or other warehouse equipment would be an advantage.
Why Apply?
13.44 to 14.94 per hour depending on MHE knowledge, shift and company discretion
Overtime available
4 on 4 off shift pattern
PPT training provided
Potential Reach Truck and VNA training
Ongoing work
Full site training
Opportunity to develop your warehouse and MHE experience
Work within an established logistics operation
Interested?
Apply today by sending us your CV, or call the Barker Ross Leicester team on (phone number removed) for more information.
Suitable for candidates with experience as: FLT Driver, Reach Truck Driver, Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Assistant, Order Picker, Picker/Packer, PPT Driver, Counterbalance Driver, Goods In Operative, Goods Out Operative, Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, General Operative, Factory Worker, Logistics Operative and other warehouse or industrial roles.
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 18 Oct 2026
- Location: oxfordshire
- Employment Type: Temporary
- Category: Distribution
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