Material Handler

2026-03-16

Full time

Temporary


Material Handler

Basingstoke RG21

£16.15 per hour (including 20% shift allowance)

Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts (Week 1: 6:00–14:00, Week 2: 14:00–22:00)

6-month contract, with possibility of extension


Gi Group is recruiting Material Handlers on behalf of a leading company dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Material Handler to advance their career in a collaborative and inclusive environment where operational excellence is a priority.


About the Material Handler Role:

As a Material Handler, your main responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles, and efficiently picking and packing national and international orders. You will also work with chilled (2–3°C) and frozen (-21°C) shipments, ensuring all materials are handled safely and accurately in line with Safety, Quality, and Delivery (SQD) standards.


Material Handler Working hours:

  • Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts (Week 1: 6:00–14:00, Week 2: 14:00–22:00)


Material Handler Salary:

  • Base pay: £13.46 per hour
  • Shift allowance: 20% 
  • Total hourly pay: £13.46 + £2.69 = £16.15 per hour


Key Tasks for the Material Handler:

  • Load and unload vehicles in the warehouse
  • Pick and pack orders for UK and international customers
  • Work occasionally in chilled (2–3°C) and freezer (-21°C) areas
  • Operate forklift trucks and other warehouse equipment
  • Update systems to keep stock records accurate


What You Need as a Material Handler:

  • Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Able to lift up to 20kg and work on your feet most of the day
  • Comfortable working in cold environments
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Reliability and willingness to learn


If you want to join a friendly, fast-paced team and make a real difference as a Material Handler, apply now with Gi Group!



Pharmaceutical and biotechnology

Supply Chain, Logistics & Transport

1409 - VIRTUAL HUB - Blue Collar

Basingstoke - Hampshire


13



Material Handler
Temporary / Basingstoke
Location:
Basingstoke
Sector:
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology
Job Type:
Supply Chain, Logistics & Transport
Number of vacancies:
1
Reference code:
1409
Gi Group Team:
VIRTUAL HUB - Blue Collar
Salary:
13
Date Vacancy Posted:
2026-03-16

Material Handler

Basingstoke RG21

£16.15 per hour (including 20% shift allowance)

Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts (Week 1: 6:00–14:00, Week 2: 14:00–22:00)

6-month contract, with possibility of extension


Gi Group is recruiting Material Handlers on behalf of a leading company dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Material Handler to advance their career in a collaborative and inclusive environment where operational excellence is a priority.


About the Material Handler Role:

As a Material Handler, your main responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles, and efficiently picking and packing national and international orders. You will also work with chilled (2–3°C) and frozen (-21°C) shipments, ensuring all materials are handled safely and accurately in line with Safety, Quality, and Delivery (SQD) standards.


Material Handler Working hours:

  • Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts (Week 1: 6:00–14:00, Week 2: 14:00–22:00)


Material Handler Salary:

  • Base pay: £13.46 per hour
  • Shift allowance: 20% 
  • Total hourly pay: £13.46 + £2.69 = £16.15 per hour


Key Tasks for the Material Handler:

  • Load and unload vehicles in the warehouse
  • Pick and pack orders for UK and international customers
  • Work occasionally in chilled (2–3°C) and freezer (-21°C) areas
  • Operate forklift trucks and other warehouse equipment
  • Update systems to keep stock records accurate


What You Need as a Material Handler:

  • Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Able to lift up to 20kg and work on your feet most of the day
  • Comfortable working in cold environments
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Reliability and willingness to learn


If you want to join a friendly, fast-paced team and make a real difference as a Material Handler, apply now with Gi Group!


https://uk.gigroup.com/job-offer-detail/basingstoke-hampshire-material-handler/?jobid=1409