Job Overview
Job description
- Salary:
- GBP 13.13 per hour
- Location:
- Chesterfield, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
We are looking for reliable and motivated MHE Operatives to join Great Bear at our Markham Vale 1 site joining a busy ambient warehouse operation. Working across our Distribution site, you will play a key role in keeping products moving safely, accurately and efficiently through the warehouse.
This is a great opportunity for candidates with previous MHE experience who enjoy working in a fast-paced logistics environment and are confident operating equipment such as reach trucks and PPTs, while supporting loading, inbound and stock movement activity.
Shift pattern: 5 on 2 off nights shifts, 22:00 - 06:00
Responsibilities
- Operate MHE safely and efficiently, including Reach trucks, VNA and PPT equipment where required.
- Support the movement, replenishment and put-away of stock within the warehouse.
- Assist with loading, unloading and inbound activity while following site procedures.
- Complete vehicle, equipment and safety checks in line with operational standards.
- Use scanners or warehouse systems accurately to help maintain stock integrity.
- Work closely with the wider warehouse team to keep the operation moving at pace.
Requirements
- We Require evidence of training on either a reach truck or VNA within a warehouse, logistics or distribution setting
- The certification needs to show novice training with the hours spent on the training
- In-house licences from previous employers can be considered, provided you have relevant practical experience.
- We can take people with only refresher certification but due to our H & S rules their training on site will be longer before they can drive the MHE
- A strong focus on safe working practices and attention to detail.
- A reliable, flexible and team-focused approach.
- Availability to work a 5 on 2 off nights shift pattern
Benefits
- As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
- Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
- Annual Leave – 20 days inclusive of the bank holidays.
- Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
- Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary.
- Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
- Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
- Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
- Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
- If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
About the Company
Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.
At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!
- Role:
- MHE Operative (5 on 2 off Nights)
- Industry Type:
- Logistics And Supply Chain
- Job Type:
- Full-Time
Company profile

Culina Group
culina.co.ukCulina Group is an ambient and chilled food and drink 3PL specialist, providing warehousing, distribution, contract packing and a bonded division for dutiable goods across the UK and Ireland. Operating from 100+ locations, it offers supply chain management with GPS shipment tracking, and it has added fresh and food manufacturing divisions. Its businesses include Culina Logistics for temperature-controlled food and drink, Fowler Welch for fresh produce, and Great Bear and Stobart for distribution and transport. The group works with over 22,000 people at peak and 1,000+ clients.
- Headquarters
- Market Drayton, United Kingdom
- Founded
- 1994
- Funding Stage
- Subsidiary