Company Information and Introduction:
Longacres Garden Centre aims to be the destination of choice for garden enthusiasts, offering exceptional service and high-quality products at competitive prices. Established in 1979 as a family-run business, Longacres has grown to include six stores across the South East of England, employing over 700 staff in 2026. As a growing company, we provide ample opportunities for personal development and learning within a supportive, inclusive, and friendly team environment. We are deeply committed to our loyal customers, delivering top-notch products while maintaining affordability. Guided by our core values - trust and integrity, family, teamwork, accountability, and retail excellence - we strive to continuously enhance the customer experience and foster lasting relationships.
We are currently seeking a full-time Warehouse Operative to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with your colleagues to ensure daily tasks are completed efficiently and on time, contributing to the smooth operation of the warehouse.
Benefits:
- 15% Staff discount (20 % after 5 years service)
- Training and development with opportunities to forge a career with us
- Holiday entitlement of 28 days, including bank holidays
Store: Bagshot
Department: Warehouse/Goods Received
Contract: Monday to Friday with a rota’d day off and alternate weekends
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Receiving and processing all deliveries and report any discrepancies.
- Stowing and storing all deliveries safely and optimising the available storage space.
- Picking orders for deliveries and store transfers.
- Performing Warehouse Inventory controls where required.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Communicate with and support all Trading depts.
- Safely operate and maintain all warehouse vehicles and equipment.
- Stock replenishment of Compost, Salt and Fuels.
- To assist in other areas of the Garden Centre as required
Key Skills and Competencies:
- You are enthusiastic and approachable
- You are willing to develop and learn
- Good customer service skills
- Previous warehouse experience
- Forklift license is desirable but not essential
