Picker/Packer

Picker/Packer


Company
Aligra
Location
London
Posted
9 days ago
Via
via SimplyHired

Job Description
Warehouse Picker and Packer – High-End Products
Dartford, Kent
Immediate start – Temp to Permanent opportunity
£12.73 per hour (£509 per week based on 40 hours)
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required

Are you looking for a fast-paced warehouse role where accuracy and care really matter? Join a busy site in Dartford handling high-end products with pride and precision. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your warehouse skills and grow with a supportive team, with the potential to move from temporary to permanent.

Have you worked for companies like DHL Wincanton or XPO ? Then this could be the perfect job for you!

Why join us?
• Immediate start with flexible shift patterns Monday to Friday, 8am start
• Competitive pay with potential for overtime
• Work in a clean, well-organised environment with a focus on quality
• Opportunity to progress your warehouse career with a trusted employer

What you will be doing:
• Picking and packing high-end products with care and accuracy
• Checking items against pick lists and quality standards
• Labelling and preparing orders for dispatch
• Keeping your work area clean, organised, and safe
• Following site processes and health and safety guidelines

What we need from you:
• Previous warehouse picking and packing experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and careful handling of products
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required due to site security
• Ready to start immediately and happy to work on a temp-to-perm basis

To apply:
Contact Kellie Jones at [email protected] or call 07917 654989 today! Don’t miss your chance to join a thriving team in Dartford.

About Aligra
We’re passionate about connecting people with great jobs and growing careers. Join us and be part of a company that values your skills and helps you succeed.

INDREA

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage for security guards in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the Department for Business and Trade. Security guards must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week. Employers must also provide itemised payslips showing exact hours and deductions.
Q Do I need an SIA licence to work as a security guard in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Yes, a valid SIA licence is mandatory for all security guard roles under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. The licence costs £190 for a three-year front-line licence and requires a Level 2 Award in Door Supervision or Security Guarding plus an identity check and criminal record disclosure. Applications are processed only through the official SIA portal.
Q What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlement for security guards in the United Kingdom?
Security guards are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations 1998. They are entitled to 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays, equating to 28 days for a five-day week. Night shift workers receive an additional health assessment every two years.
Q How much income tax and National Insurance will a security guard earning £25,000 pay in the United Kingdom in the 2026/27 tax year?
A security guard earning £25,000 pays £1,486 in income tax and £1,456 in Class 1 National Insurance contributions for the 2026/27 tax year. The personal allowance is £12,570 with a basic rate of 20% on income above that threshold up to £50,270. Employers deduct these automatically through PAYE and report via Real Time Information.
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