Warehouse Operative

Position Title:

Warehouse Operative

Reference:

London-2026-047-RA1

Location:

U.S. Embassy Warehouse, West Hendon

Closing Date:

November 11, 2026

Work Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours/week

Salary:

£30,191 gross starting salary per annum

Benefits:

• Bi-weekly salary payments

• Merit Based Compensation (Performance Related Pay awards)

• Private Medical Insurance and Life Insurance Plans

• U.S. Embassy Group Personal Pension Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 22 days of Annual Leave

• 16 paid public holidays (UK and U.S.)

• Season Ticket Loan (Transportation)

• Training opportunities & personal development

About the Role

Do you take pride in a tidy, well-run warehouse? Do you like practical work where no two days look the same? The U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom is hiring a Warehouse Operative to join the General Services Office (GSO) at the Embassy Warehouse in West Hendon.

This is a permanent, full-time job with an international diplomatic mission. You'll make sure Embassy offices, homes and official events have what they need, when they need it.

Why You'll Love This Role

You'll work in diplomacy without leaving London . Your work supports the U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom, and you'll see what goes on behind the scenes when official visits and events happen.

Where you’ll work will be varied . You'll split your time between the warehouse floor, the road and sites across London, with tasks that range from operating a forklift to helping with event set-up.

You'll see the results of your work . When you deliver a welcome kit or set up a new arrival's home, you help someone settle into life in a new country.

What You'll Do

No two days are the same. You will:

Load and unload furniture, appliances and supplies between vans, trucks and the warehouse

Deliver to embassy offices, residences and other sites across London, driving official vehicles when needed

Use forklifts, trolleys and lifting equipment to move heavy items safely

Pack and deliver welcome kits that help new arrivals settle in

Track inventory by keeping warehouse logs, running annual stock counts and inspecting residential property for damage or loss

Keep the warehouse safe, secure and tidy with regular safety inspections

Support official visits and events by setting up control rooms, safeguarding property and escorting visitors and contractors

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years of experience in manual labour or warehouse work

• Good working English (speaking, reading and writing)

• Good working knowledge of warehouse operations, procedures and security standards, efficient use of storage space, and inventory and stacking

• Safe operation of forklifts, hand trolleys and electronic lifters (you do not need to have a forklift license to be eligible for this role)

• A valid full manual UK/EU/EEA driving licence for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes

Please note, this role will involve handling heavy objects, including lifting up to 23 kg (51 lbs).

Ready to Apply?

This is your chance to bring your skills to a dynamic, mission-driven environment at one of the most prestigious U.S. diplomatic posts in the world.

You don’t need to be a U.S. Citizen – apply today!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

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