Warehouse Operative (Days) - Swindon

Location: South Marston Industrial Estate

Salary: £12.00 per hour

Working Days / Hours: 4 on / 4 off (includes weekends on a rota basis) from 6:00am to 6:00pm

Contract: Permanent

About the role:

We are excited to announce that we are currently expanding our team and looking for individuals to join us as Warehouse Operatives at our Big Blue location in Swindon as permanent members of the team.

As a Warehouse Operative, you'll be responsible for ensuring that our customers' laundry needs are met to the highest standards. You'll work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, helping to run our state-of-the-art laundry facility and ensuring that all laundry is processed efficiently and effectively. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and gain valuable experience in the commercial laundry industry.

At Oxwash, we're committed to revolutionising the laundry industry, and we believe that our team is at the heart of everything we do. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals who are passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact on the world. So why not join us today and become a part of the Oxwash washing revolution! 🌊

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating and maintaining the laundry equipment, reporting any equipment malfunctions or maintenance issues to management as needed.
• Sorting and loading laundry, followed by removing stains and performing spot cleaning on fabrics as needed.
• Inspecting laundered garments for quality control, including checking for cleanliness, stains, and damages.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area and 5S standards.
• Working alongside our Shift Managers / Supervisors and Delivery Drivers, and perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Recording data consistently and thoroughly as and when required.
• Following safety protocols and adhering to company policies and procedures as required.
• Maintaining sustainability at every corner and upholding our values of Excellence, Integrity and Creativity.

Key Relationships:

• Operations Manager & Shift Manager - You will report to the Shift Manager on shift. They will be your first port of call for most things, from how we process certain items to how we dose our machines and track a customer's order.
• Delivery Drivers - You may liaise with our logistics team about customer orders and deliveries.

Key Qualities & Competencies

Essential:

• Teamwork: Oxwash thrives on collaboration and the exchange of ideas. Our team members work closely together, constantly exchanging ideas, building meaningful relationships and pushing each other to achieve more.
• Enthusiasm to learn: We use technology every step of the way, and although we don’t expect you to be an expert in the software tools we use (e.g., Slack, Notion, etc.), a willingness to pick up new skills is essential.
• Organisation and Attention to Detail: Excellence is central to what we do, and it is how we provide the best results for our customers.
• Communication: Strong communication skills are essential for this role, as you will need to work closely with your team, management, and logistics teams. Effective communication will help ensure customer orders are fulfilled properly, equipment malfunctions are reported, and changes in laundry processing are communicated to the Shift Supervisor.

Desirable

• Previous experience in warehouse operations;
• Previous laundry, dry cleaning, or commercial cleaning experience.

We will provide all the training you need to be successful in your role.

The Application Process

We will review applications for this position on a rolling basis and aim to get back to you within 2 weeks. If you are invited to interview you can expect:

📞 A phone call with Zoi, our People & Talent Associate (30 mins)

🧺 Paid trial and interview with one of our Shift Managers or our Operations Manager in Swindon (2-3 hours)

🚀 Final result on your application and feedback.

💷 A salary of £12.00 per hour

🧩 Generous EMI share options, following successful probationary period

☀️ Enjoy the equivalent of 31 days of holiday (including bank holidays), translated into 21.5 shifts per year. Plus, the option to purchase additional holiday days and take your birthday off!

🧢 Uniform and equipment provided by Oxwash - no need to use your own smartphone for work anymore! You’ll also get an allowance to buy work related equipment.

💧 Employee discount on personal laundry and wet cleaning

🌻 Free, confidential mental health support + 1 Mental Health Day off

🏥 A funded health cash plan and enhanced sick pay

💚 Cycle to work scheme

Oxwash cares deeply about leading the way as an employer and providing a more inclusive and diverse workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Oxwash. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy and maternity, marital status or disability status. Please let us know if you would benefit from any reasonable adjustments in order to participate fully in our recruitment process.