Job description
Dust Spares Limited – Senior Warehouse Operative
Location: Kibworth, Leicestershire (LE8)
Salary: £ 27.5K – 29.5K (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm | Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm
No Weekends
About Us – Dust Spares Limited
Dust Spares Limited is a leading UK supplier of industrial dust extraction and filtration products, supplying customers throughout the UK and worldwide.
We've built our reputation on providing high-quality products, fast dispatch, and excellent customer service. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for a proactive and experienced Senior Warehouse Operative to help lead our warehouse operations and support the wider team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their warehouse career and play an important role within a growing business.
Role Overview
As a Senior Warehouse Operative, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring orders are dispatched accurately and on time, stock is controlled effectively, and warehouse standards are maintained.
You will lead by example, help coordinate workloads, support colleagues, and take ownership of key operational activities to ensure the warehouse runs smoothly and efficiently.
This is a hands-on role that combines warehouse duties, team support, stock management, and operational responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
- Lead and support the smooth day-to-day running of the warehouse
- Pick, pack, and dispatch customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Ensure all orders leave the warehouse within agreed timescales
- Assist with customer and courier collections
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
Team Support & Leadership
- Support and guide warehouse colleagues in their daily activities
- Help allocate and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
- Promote a positive, accountable, and team-focused culture
- Communicate effectively with warehouse and office teams
Goods In & Stock Control
- Receive, check, and process incoming goods
- Investigate and report delivery discrepancies or damages
- Lead weekly stock counts and support company-wide stock takes
- Monitor stock levels and identify shortages
- Ensure stock is stored safely, accurately, and efficiently
Courier & Logistics
- Liaise with couriers regarding collections
- Assist in resolving delivery issues and delays
Manufacturing & Assembly
- Organise preparation work & mechanical assembly
- Ensure products meet company quality standards
Health & Safety
- Promote safe working practices at all times
- Ensure warehouse equipment is maintained and fit for use
- Support housekeeping and warehouse improvement initiatives
- Help maintain compliance with company Health & Safety procedures
About You
We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys responsibility, and can motivate others through a positive and proactive approach.
Essential:
- Minimum 3 years' warehouse experience
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience with stock control and inventory management
- Competent with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel)
- GCSE grade C/5 or above in Maths and English
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a senior warehouse role
- Counterbalance Forklift Licence
- Experience using courier or warehouse management systems
- Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial products
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Full training and ongoing development
- Friendly, supportive team environment
- Modern working facilities
- Free onsite parking
- 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Additional holiday entitlement for long service
- Your birthday off (if it falls on a working day)
- Monthly pay (last Friday of each month)
- Genuine opportunities for progression within a growing business
- Weekday-only working – no weekends
Why Join Dust Spares?
At Dust Spares, we're proud of our reputation, our people, and our culture. We believe in taking ownership, supporting one another, and delivering the highest standards for our customers.
This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the day-to-day operation of the business while developing your skills and career within a growing company.
If you're a motivated warehouse professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
To Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for the role.
Application Deadline: 22/07/2026
Reference: LB-SWO-JUL26
##No Agencies Please##
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £27,500.00-£29,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leicester LE8 0RX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Stock Control: 1 year (preferred)
- Warehouse : 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Counter Balance Forklift License (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
