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Warehouse Operative (Reach Driver) PM Shift


Job Location:

Bedford - UK

Hourly Salary: GBP 13 - 18
Posted: 25 September 2026 (14 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Warehouse Operative (Reach Driver) PM Shift - Bedford Depot

PM Shift- 2pm - 10pm
40 hours per week on a 5 out of 7 day rota (including weekends)

Temperature-controlled (4C) environment

90% performance 13.77 per hour

100% performance 15.23 per hour

110% performance 16.69 per hour

120% performance 18.15 per hour

(all inclusive of 0.63ph FLT allowance)


As aWarehouse Operative/FLT Driverin Bedford(MK41 7BJ) you will play a crucial rolein the accurate and efficient replenishment ferrying and bulk storage control within the depot. You will also when FLT activities are not required undertake normal Warehouse Operative activities such as the assembly and/or loading of customers orders. We are seeking motivated friendly hard-working individuals who thrive in a dynamic work environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurate and systematic replenishment of picking fixtures
  • Accurate labelling / re-labelling of all bulk storage pallets
  • Adhering to stock rotational procedures
  • Transfer of bulk stock from the goods inwards area into correct picking fixture / bulk storage area
  • Accurate recording of all stock movements onto the bulk storage systems or onto supplementary manual bulk storage document
  • Accurate assembly of customers orders
  • Picking and loading goods onto cages/pallets in a safe and manageable manner
  • Adhering to stock rotational procedures
  • Performing accurate and efficient duties within other warehouse functions
  • Accurate marking and storage of assembled orders awaiting dispatch
  • 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


Some Key Knowledge Skills Experience and Qualifications Required

  • Essential
    • Numerate and literate
    • Warehousing and distribution experience
    • Ability to work efficiently in a cold environment


  • Desirable
    • Ability to work in a freezer environment earning an extra 1.24ph premium.
    • Counterbalance and/or VNA licence


What We Offer:

  • Competitive benefits package including holiday maternity and paternity leave above statutory requirements
  • Career development opportunities in a diverse and supportive environment
  • Extensive training and development programs
  • Paid breaks
  • Early access to wages through EarlyPay
  • 24/7 access to payslips and rotas via HR/payroll portal
  • Wellbeing support including counselling financial advice and legal assistance
  • Company pension scheme (NEST)
  • Life insurance: 1x annual salary or 6x annual salary with company pension scheme
  • Extra holidays through purchase scheme
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Long service awards


About Us:
A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd a family-owned business established in 1917 has grown into one of the UKs largest privately-owned companies. With over 260 SPAR convenience stores and more than 7000 employees our business is built on a passion for food and drink with divisions in retail food service and wholesale distribution. Were constantly innovating to stay ahead in the convenience retail industry.

An Inclusive Workplace:
We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace for everyone. As a Disability Confident Committed employer we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the roles minimum criteria.


Required Experience:

IC