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Why join our night team? Work in a state-of-the-art warehouse using cutting-edge robotics while earning enhanced night pay. Our night shifts are perfect for people who are seeking the night-shift lifestyle, enhanced pay while still playing a vital part in keeping thousands of orders moving every day. We have roles available in the following areas; Nights Despatch - 21:00 - 07:00 - 4 Nights You'll be loading individual totes into frames which are then loaded into our delivery vans for our customers. You'll also be required to sort and organise totes coming back to site. This is a physical role and you will need to be able to lift heavy totes into the frames....no need for a gym membership! Nights Pick - 19:00 - 05:00 - 4 nights You'll be picking and packing customer orders into shopping totes. This is a process that requires you to handle goods with care, but you will have some help from our robots! Nights Inbound - 19:00- 06:00 - 4 Nights You'll be receiving goods from suppliers and putting these into totes so that our robots and pickers can do their jobs. Nights Freezer - 19:00 - 05:00 - 4 nights You'll be picking and packing frozen items for customer orders into totes within a very large freezer! Full gear is provided as you will be working in temperatures of up to -25℃ so if you like the cold, this is the job for you! What do you get in return? Salary: Basic rate: £12.84 per hour Night shift premium (between the hours of 23:45 and 05.45) - plus £2.67 per hour Freezer Premium - £0.80 per hour Overtime paid at basic x 1.25 Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone: • Enhanced digital GP service for you and your dependents, • 50% earned salary advances for four-weekly paid employees, • High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com, • Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service, • Established car share commuting scheme If you want to become a career contender, there’s plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues! What are the requirements? You don’t need any previous experience to join our friendly team. Just bring yourself and a positive attitude and our amazing training team will do the rest! You must be over 18 to apply. How to apply: Simply fill out an online application (no CV required), and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch! Please note, we fulfil customer orders around the clock, so a range of shift patterns are available. Please speak to your recruiter for more details. About Ocado Logistics Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves (robots included) and get stuck in. Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, you’ll find a home at Ocado Logistics.

Why join our night team? Work in a state-of-the-art warehouse using cutting-edge robotics while earning enhanced night pay. Our night shifts are perfect for people who are seeking the night-shift lifestyle, enhanced pay while still playing a vital part in keeping thousands of orders moving every day. We have roles available in the following areas; Nights Despatch - 21:00 - 07:00 - 4 Nights You'll be loading individual totes into frames which are then loaded into our delivery vans for our customers. You'll also be required to sort and organise totes coming back to site. This is a physical role and you will need to be able to lift heavy totes into the frames....no need for a gym membership! Nights Pick - 19:00 - 05:00 - 4 nights You'll be picking and packing customer orders into shopping totes. This is a process that requires you to handle goods with care, but you will have some help from our robots! Nights Inbound - 19:00- 06:00 - 4 Nights You'll be receiving goods from suppliers and putting these into totes so that our robots and pickers can do their jobs. Nights Freezer - 19:00 - 05:00 - 4 nights You'll be picking and packing frozen items for customer orders into totes within a very large freezer! Full gear is provided as you will be working in temperatures of up to -25℃ so if you like the cold, this is the job for you! What do you get in return? Salary: Basic rate: £12.84 per hour Night shift premium (between the hours of 23:45 and 05.45) - plus £2.67 per hour Freezer Premium - £0.80 per hour Overtime paid at basic x 1.25 Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone: • Enhanced digital GP service for you and your dependents, • 50% earned salary advances for four-weekly paid employees, • High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com, • Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service, • Established car share commuting scheme If you want to become a career contender, there’s plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues! What are the requirements? You don’t need any previous experience to join our friendly team. Just bring yourself and a positive attitude and our amazing training team will do the rest! You must be over 18 to apply. How to apply: Simply fill out an online application (no CV required), and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch! Please note, we fulfil customer orders around the clock, so a range of shift patterns are available. Please speak to your recruiter for more details. About Ocado Logistics Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves (robots included) and get stuck in. Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, you’ll find a home at Ocado Logistics.

Forklift Driver ?? Bicester, Oxfordshire ?? £13.79 per hour (Days) | £16.37 per hour (Afternoons/Nights) ?? Immediate Starts Available Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Forklift Drivers to join a busy warehouse operation in Bicester. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with a well-established food distribution business supplying premium products across the UK. Available Shifts Choose from: ?? Day Shift: 07:00 - 15:00 (£13.79 per hour) ?? Afternoon Shift: 15:00 - 00:00 (£16.37 per hour) The Role As a Forklift Driver, your responsibilities will include: • Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently, • Loading and unloading vehicles, • Moving stock throughout the warehouse, • Picking, storing and organising products, • Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations, • Following all health & safety procedures, • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment What We're Looking For • Valid Forklift Truck licence/certification, • Previous forklift and warehouse experience, • Good attention to detail, • Strong awareness of health and safety, • Reliable and punctual approach to work, • Safety boots required What's On Offer? ? Immediate starts available ? Weekly pay ? Ongoing work opportunities ? Choice of 07:00-15:00 or 15:00-00:00 shifts ? Friendly and supportive team environment ? Opportunity to work for a leading UK food distributor If you're a qualified Forklift Driver looking for your next role in Bicester, apply today or contact Blue Arrow for more information. ???? Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ

Location: Bicester Job Type: Temporary, Ongoing Pay Rate: Days: £13.40 per hour Nights: £13.90 per hour Freezer: Additional £0.50 per hour shift allowance We are currently recruiting for experienced Bendi Drivers to join a busy warehouse operation in Bicester. Shift Patterns You will work 5 days out of 7 , with one weekend day always off . Days: 6:00am 3:00pm Afternoons: 12:00pm 9:00pm Nights: 9:00pm 6:00am The Role As a Bendi Driver, your responsibilities will include: Safely operating a Bendi FLT Moving and storing stock throughout the warehouse Loading and unloading goods Picking and placing stock at height Completing general FLT duties as required Following site health & safety procedures Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment Freezer Environment Some shifts will involve working in a freezer environment. Additional £0.50 per hour freezer allowance Forklifts have heated cabins Regular breaks provided every 2 hours You may occasionally need to get off the forklift to complete other duties Candidates must be comfortable working in cold temperatures Requirements Valid external Bendi licence in-house licences will not be accepted Previous Bendi experience Good understanding of FLT health & safety Reliable and punctual Flexible to work 5 days out of 7 Comfortable working in chilled/freezer environments where required You will only need to provide your own safety shoes and dress appropriately/warmly for the working environment. All applicants will be required to attend an interview before starting. Ready to take the next step? Apply now! TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Warehouse - Picking & Packing Operative Location: Bicester Contract Details: Full time, permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am - 5pm and Friday, 9am - 5pm Salary: £27,000 per annum Benefits 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) 5% employer pension contribution Private

Warehouse - Picking & Packing Operative.

Location: Bicester Job Type: Temporary, Ongoing Pay Rate: • Day Shift: £13.40 per hour, • Night Shift: £13.90 per hour, • Freezer Shift Allowance: Additional £0.50 per hour We are currently recruiting Warehouse Operatives to join a busy warehouse operation in Bicester. This is a great opportunity for reliable individuals looking for ongoing work with regular shift patterns. Shift Patterns You will work 5 days out of 7, with one weekend day always off. Available shifts: • Days: 6:00am 3:00pm, • Afternoons: 12:00pm 9:00pm, • Nights: 9:00pm 6:00amThe Role As a Warehouse Operative, your duties may include: • Picking and packing orders, • Loading and unloading goods, • Moving stock around the warehouse, • Checking and organising stock, • Preparing goods for dispatch, • Keeping the warehouse clean and tidy, • Following all health & safety procedures, • Supporting the wider warehouse team as requiredChilled & Freezer Environment The role may involve working in a chilled or freezer environment. • £0.50 per hour additional freezer allowance, • Heated cabins/equipment provided where applicable, • Breaks provided every 2 hours when working in the freezer, • You may occasionally need to leave equipment/cabins to complete other duties, • Candidates should be comfortable working in cold temperaturesWhat You Need, • Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential, • Good attitude and strong work ethic, • Reliable and punctual, • Able to work 5 days out of 7, • Comfortable working in chilled/freezer environments where required, • Good understanding of workplace health & safety You only need to provide your own safety shoes and dress appropriately/warmly for the working environment. No FLT licence is required for this role. Important Information All applicants will be required to attend an interview before starting. Ready to get started? Apply now! JBRP1_UKTJ

Days: 6:00am 3:00pm Afternoons: 12:00pm 9:00pm Nights: 9:00pm 6:00am The Role As a Reach Truck Driver, your responsibilities will include: Safely operating a Reach Truck Moving and storing stock throughout the warehouse Loading and unloading goods Picking and placing stock at height Completin

Job Title: Warehouse - Picking & Packing Operative Location: Bicester Contract Details: Full time, permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am - 5pm and Friday, 9am - 5pm Salary: £27,000 per annum Benefits 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) 5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance after probation Life assurance (4x salary) Stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable global businessKey Responsibilities Picking, checking and packing customer orders accurately and efficiently Shipping and packing large, palletised shipments Loading and unloading vehicles Booking in and moving stock deliveries Stock allocation and storage Computerised dispatch and order processing Carrying out stock takes and product screening when required Working to agreed targets and deadlinesAbout You Previous Picking & Packing experience is essential Strong attention to detail Basic English and Maths skills Good communication skills Basic IT skills (Word/Excel beneficial but not essential) Ability to problem solve Flexible, reliable, and a strong team player Comfortable working in a structured, quality-focused environmentIf you would like to know more information about this opportunity, please contact Adecco Aylesbury or apply via this job site. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

FLT Reach Truck Driver Immediate Start Location: Bicester Pay Rate: £13.10 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am 2:00pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced FLT Reach Truck Driver to join our client's busy warehouse team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established company, with immediate starts available for the right candidate. Duties include: Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently. Loading and unloading goods. Moving stock around the warehouse. Picking and putting away palletised goods. Carrying out general warehouse duties when required. Following all health and safety procedures. The role: Working in a cold environment (appropriate PPE will be provided). Monday to Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm . Competitive pay of £13.10 per hour . Weekly pay. Immediate start available. Requirements: Valid, in-date Reach Truck licence/certification. Previous Reach Truck driving experience. Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Reliable, punctual, and hardworking. Good attention to detail. If you're looking for a new opportunity and have the relevant Reach Truck experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact our team on 01902958497 for more information. TPBN1_UKTJ

Warehouse Operatives Required!!! Starting Immediately!!! Location: Bicester Pay: £14.04 - £14.73, depending on shift Interaction Recruitment are recruiting for experienced Warehouse Operatives for our client based in Bicester, OX26. You will be joining a close-knit team in a multi-temperature warehouse. Shifts: We have multiple shifts to choose from. Sunday - Thursday - 06:00 - 14:00 Monday - Friday - 06:00 - 14:00 Monday - Friday - 14:00 - 22:00 Key Responsibilities: Picking and packing customer orders Loading and unloading General warehouse duties Replenishing stock Requirements: Good attention to detail Comfortable working in a cold environment Ability to lift up to 25kg Temp to perm opportunity is available! If you think this role suits you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to be considered or give Nicole a call on (phone number removed)

Why join our night team? Work in a state-of-the-art warehouse using cutting-edge robotics while earning enhanced night pay. Our night shifts are perfect for people who are seeking the night-shift lifestyle, enhanced pay while still playing a vital part in keeping thousands of orders moving every day. We have roles available in the following areas; Nights Despatch - 21:00 - 07:00 - 4 Nights You'll be loading individual totes into frames which are then loaded into our delivery vans for our customers. You'll also be required to sort and organise totes coming back to site. This is a physical role and you will need to be able to lift heavy totes into the frames....no need for a gym membership! Nights Pick - 19:00 - 05:00 - 4 nights You'll be picking and packing customer orders into shopping totes. This is a process that requires you to handle goods with care, but you will have some help from our robots! Nights Inbound - 19:00- 06:00 - 4 Nights You'll be receiving goods from suppliers and putting these into totes so that our robots and pickers can do their jobs. Nights Freezer - 19:00 - 05:00 - 4 nights You'll be picking and packing frozen items for customer orders into totes within a very large freezer! Full gear is provided as you will be working in temperatures of up to -25? so if you like the cold, this is the job for you! What do you get in return? Salary: Basic rate: £12.84 per hour Night shift premium (between the hours of 23:45 and 05.45) - plus £2.67 per hour Freezer Premium - £0.80 per hour Overtime paid at basic x 1.25 Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone: Enhanced digital GP service for you and your dependents 50% earned salary advances for four-weekly paid employees High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service Established car share commuting scheme If you want to become a career contender, theres plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues! What are the requirements? You dont need any previous experience to join our friendly team. Just bring yourself and a positive attitude and our amazing training team will do the rest! You must be over 18 to apply. How to apply: Simply fill out an online application (no CV required), and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch! Please note, we fulfil customer orders around the clock, so a range of shift patterns are available. Please speak to your recruiter for more details. About Ocado Logistics Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves (robots included) and get stuck in. Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to prioritise inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities. So, whatever your background or story, youll find a home at Ocado Logistics. TPBN1_UKTJ

Forklift Driver Bicester, Oxfordshire £13.79 per hour (Days) | £16.37 per hour (Afternoons/Nights) Immediate Starts Available Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Forklift Drivers to join a busy warehouse operation in Bicester. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with a well-established food distribution business supplying premium products across the UK. Available Shifts Choose from: Day Shift: 07:00 - 15:00 (£13.79 per hour) Afternoon Shift: 15:00 - 00:00 (£16.37 per hour) The Role As a Forklift Driver, your responsibilities will include: Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently Loading and unloading vehicles Moving stock throughout the warehouse Picking, storing and organising products Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations Following all health & safety procedures Maintaining a clean and safe working environment What We're Looking For Valid Forklift Truck licence/certification Previous forklift and warehouse experience Good attention to detail Strong awareness of health and safety Reliable and punctual approach to work Safety boots required What's On Offer? ✅ Immediate starts available ✅ Weekly pay ✅ Ongoing work opportunities ✅ Choice of 07:00-15:00 or 15:00-00:00 shifts ✅ Friendly and supportive team environment ✅ Opportunity to work for a leading UK food distributor If you're a qualified Forklift Driver looking for your next role in Bicester, apply today or contact Blue Arrow for more information. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people

Job Title: Warehouse Operative - Picking and PackingLocation: Corby Pay Rate: £12. You will need to have basic IT skills (scanners / warehouse systems) and the ability to follow processes and quality standards. Nexus People are looking for Warehouse Operatives in Sheffield to work with our client w

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What can the Client Offer: Overtime opportunities available paid at hourly rate 20 days holiday + bank holidays On site parking Company pension Training and skill development This Warehouse Operative vacancy will provide the below responsibilities: Pick and pack orders accurately Check produ

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Warehouse Operative Nightshift. Working as part of a busy warehouse operation, you will be responsible for:. Picking, packing and loading customer orders accurately.

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