Warehouse Team Leader

Warehouse Team Leader Wanted in Swanley!!!

Pay Rate: £30,000 – £32,000 per year (based on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 2:00am – 11:00am (Night shift)

Type: Temp to perm for the right candidate

Location: Swanley BR3(Due to the location and shift time, own transport is required)

Job Description:

We’re looking for a proactive and experienced Warehouse Team Leader to join our client’s fast-paced operation in Swanley. You will be responsible for overseeing daily warehouse activities, supporting team performance, and ensuring safe and efficient operations across goods-in and goods-out.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out FLT & plant checks and record on the Health & Safety system
• Receive and unload incoming vehicles
• Delegate tasks and monitor team performance throughout the shift
• Pick and process orders for outbound vehicles
• Load delivery vehicles safely and efficiently
• Greet and brief drivers upon arrival, including route information
• Handle agency drivers: verify and capture driving licence and Digi Card details, and update internal systems
• Ensure all delivery paperwork is complete and handed to drivers
• Confirm driver access to EPODs and ensure daily checks are completed
• Address and resolve transport or loading issues
• Check incoming stock against manifest; highlight any anomalies to admin for booking
• Accurately put away and locate stock
• Manage and prepare forward orders for upcoming deliveries
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across the warehouse
• Complete a clear and structured handover to the PM shift

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proven experience in a warehouse supervisory or team leader role
• Valid FLT licence required
• Strong communication, organisation, and delegation skills
• Understanding of warehouse processes, health & safety, and EPOD systems
• Confident using transport/stock systems and reporting tools
• Ability to manage drivers, paperwork, and logistics tasks efficiently

Ideal Candidates Will:

• Be proactive, confident, and a strong communicator
• Show leadership by example and support team development
• Be reliable, punctual, and solutions-focused
• Have their own transport due to the location

To apply for this Warehouse Team Leader position, please send your updated CV to Southend@gap-personnel.com.

For more details, contact the branch on 01702 987900.