Depot Operative

Who are we? Abel & Cole has pioneered organic, ethical and sustainable food delivery for over 30 years. Doing things better is our bread and butter; from saving over 60 million plastic bags by using reusable boxes for our food deliveries, to finding alternatives to plastic long before it hit the headlines. We are forever challenging ourselves to find the most positive way to do business and want everyone to eat organic because it's one way to save the future. It's these values that enabled us to become B Corp certified; an optional audit we've gone through to recognise how we put people and planet before profit, as well as help us find room for further improvement. We're looking for more people to join our team of almost 550, to share our passion for doing the right thing even bigger and better than we do already. In a fast paced and competitive market, we know it's our people who make the difference. We've learnt how important it is to recognise, develop and promote from within; and that trusting people lets them come up with the best ideas and that helps our entrepreneurial spirit to thrive. Want to see more? Check us out at www.abelandcole.co.uk , and Instagram Role Summary Reporting to our Depot Supervisor within our Kent Depot (ME20 7BU) it will be your responsibility to either directly or indirectly pick, pack and despatch products to Abel & Cole customers. This is a fantastic opportunity, working within a small team to help sort and collate customer's goods within a busy warehouse environment. This is a hand's on role and the successful candidate needs to have a passion for attention to detail and take a pride in their appearance as well as their surroundings. Health & Safety plays a strong role within our environment and the successful candidate needs to take responsibility toward safe working practices. For our part, we don't believe in micromanagement, we believe in empowering our employees to achieve both their personal and our business goals with genuine enthusiasm. If you have a passion for organic food and (or!) are looking for a role where your contribution is genuinely appreciated within a tight knit team then read on to find out more. Here's what you'll be getting up to: * The movement of pallets and trays throughout the depot as needed. * Organization of packing area. * Attention to housekeeping and administration of daily checks. * Adherence to all Abel & Cole health and safety policies and practices at all times. * Maintaining open and regular communication with Supervisor. * Operate Fork Lift Truck. Skills, experience and requirements * A confident and effective communicator. * Strong organisational skills. * Professional, honest and dependable. * Proven ability to multi-task when needed. * Flexibility to work across other departments within the warehouse. * Ability to commute to our Aylesford location. * Counterbalance FLT license essential. What we offer * Sunday to Thursday, 23:00 - 07:00 - 37.5 hours per week. * 10.46 per hour (plus an additional 21p per hour once signed up to 'Fork Lift Operator' additional responsibilities). * 28 days inclusive of bank holidays running from the 1st May to 30th April. * A free box of fruit and veg every week (It's pretty delicious!) alongside company discount of up to 35%. * Free Tea and Coffee. * Cycle to Work Scheme. * Anniversary gifts. * EBT Scheme. Abel & Cole promotes equal opportunities for all employees. We want our employees to develop their talents to the full for the benefit of all. Members of staff are expected to take personal responsibility for keeping our workplace free from discrimination - a place where everyone is treated respectfully.