Group Operative-Reach Truck Operative- Logistics Foodservice
Reach Truck Operative
Logistics Foodservice
£16.60 per hour
38 Hour week
Newtownabbey / Mallusk
Who are we?
Henderson Group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice, Henderson Group Property and Henderson Technology/Print. We employ over 5,500 staff and have been placed 5th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2024.
Henderson Foodservice is an Investors in People Gold accredited employer and the leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland. We source and supply a range of thousands of products to customers including hotels, restaurants, and public sector organisations such as hospitals, offices and care homes.
Following another year of record growth, our team continue to exceed targets and delivered a sales increase of 16.8% in N.I. last year. Our team will offer you a positive and supportive environment to enjoy success within our market leading brand.
What you would be doing:
As a Reach Truck Operative, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and accurate movement of stock within the warehouse. Your responsibilities will include operating a reach truck to complete put-away and replenishment tasks using RF scanners and our warehouse management system. You’ll carry out daily safety checks on your equipment, follow established procedures for handling stock, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety throughout your working area.
You’ll also manage and report any product damages, support stock accuracy, and assist with preparations for internal and external audits, all while contributing to a well-organised and productive warehouse operation.
Why Join Us?
• Market-leading pay and bonus incentives
• Staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores.
• THE STORE discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland,
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social Club
• Healthcare Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Full training provided
• Career progression opportunities- After 6 months service you would be eligible for our Warehouse to Wheels campaign.
• A safe, clean, and friendly working environment
Earning Potential
Hourly rate is £16.60 per hour, inclusive of any nightshift premiums.
Skills for Success
Joining us as a Replenisher the minimum criteria you’ll need is:
• Previous experience of working in a fast-paced warehouse or similar environment.
• Valid VNA operator licence, Reach Truck licence or Counterbalance licence.
• Relative RF scanner/WMS experience
The Attributes you’ll need include:
• Experience of meeting performance targets
• Demonstrate an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Able to work in temperature-controlled environment- chilled and frozen.
It is desirable if you have:
• Experience in receipt of goods
• Health and Safety awareness
• Manual handling trained
• Experience of warehouse management systems - (Voice Picking)
• Pick Truck trained - (LLOP valid licence)
Are we right for you?
As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.
Ambition – We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better.
Customer First – We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities.
Teamwork – We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills.
Integrity – We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity.
The Reward
The impact you can make with Henderson Group goes far beyond your day to day. You will be part of a business supporting defibrillator installations and school sports days. In the last year Henderson group staff and retail stores raised over £1 million for charity partners.
You will have the balance necessary to enjoy your job and your life. We will help you to feel proud of what you do and achieve. And we will be here to celebrate your success.
Our business has been recognised externally for delivering excellence in employment. We value employee development and heavily invest in our people.
Hours of Work
We have a number of full-time opportunities available, working any 4 from 6, from 6pm-4am (Job to Finish).
Shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to discuss shift patterns at interview.
Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on Monday 26th May 2025.
We are an equal opportunities employer.