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Loading Bay Operative (Nights)


Job Location:

Pontyclun - UK

Hourly Salary: GBP 13 - 13
Posted: 25 September 2026 (14 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Loading Bay Operative (Nights)


13.57 per standard hour (performance related)& 1.57 per hour nightshift allowance

Nightshift 22:00pm 06:00am Sunday - Thursday

40 hours per week

Job purpose

The accurate and efficient assembly of customer orders replenishment ferrying and bulk storage control within the depot.

Key Accountabilities

  • The accurate loading of customer orders onto company vehicles
  • Ensuring that drivers run-sheets documentation and vehicle keys are distributed correctly on completion of loading
  • The preparation of vehicles prior to loading


Generic Responsibilities

  • Behave within the principles of the companys values at all times
  • Maintain employee and organisational confidentiality in line with the Data Protection Act
  • Demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity
  • Comply with Health and Safety responsibilities in line with the Company Health Safety and Environmental Policy
  • Comply with all other policy and legal requirements in relation to the role


Key knowledge skills experience and qualifications required

Essential

  • Numerate and literate


Desirable

  • Reach/counterbalance FLT licence
  • Full Driving licence
  • Warehousing and distribution experience


Whats in it for you

Excellent benefits package including:

  • Holiday Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
  • Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
  • Outstanding Training & Development
  • Gain hands-on experience in a high volume fast paced convenience store
  • Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
  • Proactive promotion of internal candidates
  • Early access to your pay through EarlyPay
  • 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal
  • Wellbeing support access to emotional support counselling legal and financial advice
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • NEST pension scheme
  • Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
  • Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme
  • Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme
  • Long Service Awards


About us:

At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd were proud of our heritage but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UKs largest privately owned businesses employing over 5000 people and generating a turnover of 1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand while maintaining the values of a family business. Were constantly evolving always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues making this an exciting place to build your career.

Today we operate at the heart of communities across the UK with 243 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail food service and wholesale distribution. Food and drink remain at the core of everything we do driving our passion for quality innovation and exceptional customer experiences.

SPAR is the worlds largest international food retail chain encompassing more than 13800 stores in 48 countries. With more than 2600 stores and a turnover in excess of 3 billion SPAR is also the UKs leading convenience store group. Being a symbol group means that individual SPAR members retain their independence but enjoy the many benefits of being a part of a global brand.


Inclusive environment:as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.