Warehouse Operative (with Forklift)

Hales Group are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative to join a well‑established business in Lowestoft. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands‑on, varied role and wants to be part of a small, friendly and supportive team.

You will play a key part in ensuring the warehouse runs smoothly, supporting production targets, and contributing to the overall performance of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Picking and packing to support daily production Manual handling and lifting throughout the shift Goods in/out handling Operating FLT counterbalance trucks (up to 2500kg) Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Supporting continuous improvement across the site To be considered for the role of Warehouse Operative you will need:

An up‑to‑date FLT Counterbalance Licence (up to 2500kg) Physically fit and comfortable with regular manual lifting A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to be a team player A strong focus on safety in every process Agile, adaptable, and willing to learn new processes Keen to contribute to continuous improvement across the site Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently when required Location: Lowestoft, Suffolk Pay: £12.71 per hour Contract: Temporary to Permanent Hours: 8am–4pm (initial core hours). Once permanent: rotating shifts (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm)

Why work for Hales Group?

All of our Consultants are committed and qualified in what they do and have been operating in Lowestoft for many years. We treat candidates as our customers and try to find the right job solution for you. Hales Group offer all temporary workers; holiday pay, expenses scheme, personal accident insurance and pension scheme.

Hales Group Ltd collects and keeps information from applicants, so that we can monitor our recruitment process, ensure compliance with the Equal Opportunities policy, and when appropriate send you details of future job opportunities. We keep your name and address, and details of your application. If you do not want us to do this please contact your local branch