Heron Foods

Warehouse Operative

Hull HU14 3HJ

Key information

Pay
£12.71 per hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
17 Jul 2026
Closing date
16 Aug 2026

About this role

Role overview

Warehouse Operative

Salary

up to £34,986 per year

Shift

2pm – 10pm (permanent)

We’re looking for motivated, reliable Warehouse Operatives to join our team at our Melton distribution site (near North Ferriby)

as Warehouse Pickers. 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

* £12.71 per hour

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Performance Bonus

Earn up to £150 per week based on pick performance

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Attendance Bonus

Earn up to £150 per month

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Overtime

Paid at time and a half

* Potential annual earnings up to £34,986

* Weekly pay

* 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!

* 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 Operatives 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 shifts, 2pm–10pm, on a two‑week rolling rota with every other weekend off.

Working within our Freezer, Chilled, or Ambient chambers, you’ll pick stock orders using a voice‑activated headset and prepare

cages 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

* Pick and load store orders accurately and efficiently using a voice‑pick system

* Work within Freezer (down to -25°C), Chilled, or Ambient environments with full PPE provided

* Manage your time effectively to achieve pick targets and performance standards

* Maintain high levels of accuracy and productivity

* Follow all Health & Safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment

What You’ll Bring

* A positive, energetic, “can‑do” attitude

* Strong time‑management skills and the ability to work to KPIs

* Accuracy and attention to detail

* Willingness to work in temperature‑controlled environments

* No experience necessary as full training is provided

Desirable

Previous warehouse experience, voice‑pick experience, or manual handling experience.