Warehouse Operatives

Warehouse Colleagues

Location: Bedford Distribution Centre

Salary: £25,350 – £29,055 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shifts

• Saturday - Sunday D ays: 6:00am–6:00pm
• Saturday - Sunday Nights: 6:00pm-6:00am

Are you looking for a role with consistent hours, great benefits, and real opportunities for progression? Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers at our Bedford Distribution Centre. No chilled or freezer work involved

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Warehouse Colleague, you’ll be a key part of ensuring our stores are well-stocked and our customers are well-served.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Picking and preparing stock for delivery using MHE (full training provided)
• All training will take place during our day shifts
• Building accurate and secure pallets ready for transport
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety, and teamwork

No experience? No problem. Full training will be provided — including how to safely operate Low-Level Order Pickers (LLOPs).

What We’re Looking For

• Team players with a positive attitude and good attention to detail
• Self-motivated individuals who can work independently and hit performance targets
• Comfortable with manual handling in a fast-paced environment
• While warehouse experience is a plus, it’s not essential – we’ll train the right people

Pay & Incentives

• Base hourly rate: £13.00 - Currently we are in the middle of our yearly pay negotiations.
• Shift premium: Additional £1.90 per hour on night shift.
• Weekend premium: Additional 50p per hour
• Performance bonus: Picking incentive – earn an extra £3.00 per hour

Employee Benefits

• Up to 5 weeks’ holiday (pro rata)
• Weekly pay with online payslip access
• 10% colleague discount at B&M and Heron Foods (with special 20% discount events throughout the year)
• Subsidised on-site canteen – enjoy fresh, healthy, and affordable meals
• Free on-site parking and e-scooter charging points
• Access to our colleague benefits portal – offering retail, travel, and leisure discounts with cashback options
• Career progression – we prioritise internal development and promotion
• Regular training and development opportunities

Ready to Apply?

We’re running a fast-track recruitment process and holding weekly site tours for potential new starters.

• Pro rata

B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.