Warehouse Loader
Salary: up to £30,566 per year
Shift: 10pm – 6am (permanent nights)
Location: Melton Distribution Centre (near North Ferriby)
We’re looking for motivated, reliable Warehouse Loaders to join our team at our Melton distribution site. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys working as part of a high‑performing team that keeps our stores stocked all year round.
Salary & Benefits
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£13.83 per hour
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Attendance Bonus: Earn £150 per month
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Potential annual earnings up to £30,566
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Weekly pay
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Subsidised transport to site in partnership with Stagecoach
Additional Benefits
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Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave with additional leave for long service
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Exclusive Discounts: 10% off at Heron Foods and B&M, plus double discount weekends
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Wellbeing Support: Free, confidential assistance for personal and financial concerns, plus 24/7 GP access for you and your family
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Reward & Recognition: Long service awards, work anniversary celebrations, and colleague reward schemes
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Career Development: On‑the‑job training, eLearning, apprenticeships, and opportunities to progress - we love to promote from within
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Free tea and coffee, and all PPE provided
About Us
Heron Foods is a well‑established value retailer with over 340 stores across England and Wales. As part of the B&M Retail Group, we continue to grow within the convenience and value sector by focusing on great products, excellent service, and supporting the communities we serve.
Our Warehouse Loaders play a vital role in ensuring our stores receive accurate, timely deliveries; helping us provide great value to customers across more than 340 stores, seven days a week.
About the Role
You’ll work 40 hours per week across five 8‑hour night shifts, 10pm–6am, on a two‑week rolling rota with every other weekend off.
Working within our Freezer, Chilled, or Ambient chambers, you’ll load cages of stock onto vehicles ready for delivery to stores. This is a hands‑on, active role where you’ll work to targets and contribute directly to the smooth running of our distribution operation.
Key Responsibilities
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Load store delivery cages accurately and efficiently
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Work within Freezer (down to -25°C), Chilled, or Ambient environments with full PPE provided
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Manage your time effectively to achieve loading targets and performance standards
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Maintain high levels of accuracy and productivity
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Follow all Health & Safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment
What You’ll Bring
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A positive, energetic, “can‑do” attitude
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Strong time‑management skills and the ability to work to KPIs
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Accuracy and attention to detail
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Willingness to work in temperature‑controlled environments
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No experience necessary as full training is provided
Desirable: Previous warehouse, loading, or manual handling experience.
