Typical pay for Warehouse Operatives ranges from £11.50–£13.50 per hour outside London, rising to £12.50–£15.50+ in London or for nights and skilled roles (e.g., FLT). Overtime and shift premiums (10–50%) are common, with standard weekly hours around 37.5–40, plus optional overtime during peak seasons. Rotating shifts, 4-on/4-off patterns, and weekend work are widely available.

Career progression can be rapid: Warehouse Operative → FLT Driver → Team Leader → Shift Supervisor → Warehouse Manager → Transport/Logistics Planner. With data from live listings, jobwise highlights higher-paying employers and shifts, so you can prioritise roles that align with your goals.

• Core skills: picking, packing, goods-in/out, stock control, accuracy with handheld scanners and WMS, safe manual handling, and teamwork.
• Soft skills: timekeeping, communication, reliability, attention to detail, and ability to work to targets.
• Licences/certifications: Counterbalance or Reach FLT (RTITB/ITSSAR), Manual Handling, basic Health & Safety; First Aid or IOSH Working Safely can help.
• Compliance: Right to Work in the UK; some sites may require background checks or a DBS (e.g., pharma/high-security) and PPE adherence.
• Transferable skills: retail stock handling, delivery driving, construction labouring, or hospitality back-of-house — jobwise’s AI surfaces these strengths from your CV.

Upload your CV and jobwise instantly parses your experience to match you with suitable temporary vacancies. Filter by pay rate, shift pattern, licence requirements and commute time, then save searches and set alerts. Our AI keeps your recommendations fresh as new roles appear, helping you apply fast and never miss an opportunity.

• Flexible shifts and consistent demand across the UK.
• Fast starts with weekly pay potential and clear routes to higher-paid roles like FLT Driver or Team Leader.
• Jobwise’s AI ensures you see the most relevant shifts first, reducing time-to-hire and missed matches.