Dispatch Operative

23 July 20252025-07-23
Newbury, Berkshire
£13.00 Per Hour

Dispatch Operative

Newbury

£13.00 Per Hour 

Our long-standing and highly respected client, based in Newbury, is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dispatch Operative to join their expanding team.

Dispatch Operative Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Accurately pick, pack, and prepare components for dispatch in line with sales orders
  • Cross-check items against purchase orders and packing lists to ensure order accuracy
  • Correctly label all packages with the appropriate customer and shipment details
  • Coordinate courier collections and deliveries with freight and logistics partners
  • Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve any delivery issues or delays
  • Update inventory records and stock levels following dispatch
  • Conduct regular cycle counts and stock checks to ensure inventory accuracy

Dispatch Operative Ideal Candidate:

  • Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Experience using shipping platforms and logistics or inventory software
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet dispatch deadlines
  • Competent with basic IT systems, ideally including ERP or warehouse management systems (WMS)

Dispatch Operative Working Hours and Benefits:

  • Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 17:00
  • Friday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Pension scheme: the employee typically puts in 5% and the company will contribute 3%
  • Medicash
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holiday
  • This holiday allowance will increase after 8 years of service with another day added on from the 9th year for 5 years up to maximum of 30 days holiday
  • Both pizza and breakfast are provided by the company once a month

 

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidates' requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment. com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment. com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.