Your Next Warehouse Role Starts Here
Are you an experienced warehouse professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for keeping operations running smoothly? Quick Placement — one of the UK's most responsive stock control operative recruitment agencies — is actively sourcing talented individuals for Stock Control Operative positions across Thurrock, RM20 and the wider South Essex logistics corridor.
Thurrock is home to some of the country's most active warehousing and distribution hubs, including major operations near international 3PL networks and the DP World London Gateway port cluster. As your dedicated recruitment partner, we bridge the gap between your skills and the opportunities these employers are filling right now.
📋 Role Overview at a Glance
| Job Title | Stock Control Operative |
| Location | Thurrock, RM20, Essex |
| Pay Rate | £12.21 – £14.50 per hour (above National Living Wage) |
| Contract Type | Temporary, Temp-to-Perm, Full-Time |
| Shift Patterns | Days | Nights | Weekend Rotations |
| Start Date | Immediate / Same-Day Start Possible |
| Recruiter | Quick Placement — Ilford, Essex, IG1 1QP |
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day duties as a Stock Control Operative will include, but are not limited to:
What We Are Looking For
✅ Essential Skills
- ▸ Previous warehouse or stock control experience
- ▸ Familiarity with RF scanners and WMS software
- ▸ Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- ▸ Good written and verbal communication skills
- ▸ Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- ▸ Right to work in the United Kingdom
⭐ Desirable Skills
- ▸ Counterbalance or reach truck licence
- ▸ Experience with SAP, Manhattan, or Oracle WMS
- ▸ Knowledge of CIPS inventory best practices
- ▸ Health & Safety awareness certificate
- ▸ Previous experience in a 3PL environment
- ▸ Microsoft Excel proficiency
Benefits of Working Through Quick Placement
We go beyond just filling vacancies — we invest in your workplace experience.
How to Apply — 4 Simple Steps
Getting started with Quick Placement is straightforward. Here is exactly what to expect:
Why Quick Placement?
Quick Placement is a specialist UK recruitment agency with deep-rooted expertise in placing warehouse operatives, FLT drivers, stock controllers, and logistics professionals across Essex, London, and the Home Counties. With our registered office at 344–348 High Road, Ilford, IG1 1QP, we are perfectly positioned to serve the entire M25 corridor — including Thurrock, Tilbury, Grays, and West Thurrock.
Unlike large generalist agencies, we operate with the speed and focus of a specialist. Our consultants understand warehouse and supply chain environments — they have visited sites, understand shift structures, and know exactly what clients need. That means faster placements, better fits, and a recruitment experience that actually works for both workers and businesses.
We also have FLT driver roles, picker-packer vacancies, and logistics positions available across the region. If you are looking to register as a worker, our process is fast, friendly, and designed entirely around your availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this Stock Control Operative role with Quick Placement in Thurrock.
Q1 What does a Stock Control Operative do at Quick Placement?
A Stock Control Operative placed by Quick Placement is responsible for receiving, recording, and managing all incoming and outgoing stock within a warehouse or distribution centre. Key duties include conducting cycle counts, operating warehouse management systems (WMS), resolving inventory discrepancies, and ensuring accurate FIFO stock rotation. It is a role that combines physical warehouse work with data precision.
Q2 Do I need a forklift licence to apply for stock control roles in Thurrock RM20?
A counterbalance or reach truck licence is desirable but not essential for most stock control vacancies in the Thurrock RM20 area. Quick Placement works with a range of client sites and can match candidates regardless of licence status. However, if you do hold an RTITB or ITSSAR forklift licence, this will significantly increase the scope of suitable opportunities available to you.
Q3 How quickly can I start work through Quick Placement in Thurrock?
Quick Placement is known for fast, efficient placements. Once your registration, right-to-work checks, and compliance documents are completed — which our team processes within hours — same-day and next-day starts are available for many Thurrock RM20 stock control roles. The sooner you apply, the sooner we can get you working.
Q4 What is the hourly pay rate for a Stock Control Operative in Thurrock?
Pay rates for Stock Control Operatives placed through Quick Placement in Thurrock typically range from £12.21 to £14.50 per hour, depending on your experience, chosen shift pattern, and specific client site. All rates are above the National Living Wage, transparent from your very first conversation, and paid every Friday without exception.
Q5 Why use Quick Placement as a Stock Control Operative recruitment agency?
Quick Placement combines specialist warehouse sector knowledge with a genuinely fast, personal service. We have built lasting relationships with logistics and distribution employers across Thurrock, Grays, and Tilbury — giving our candidates exclusive access to live vacancies that never appear on public job boards. We also offer ongoing support throughout your assignment, structured feedback, and clear pathways into permanent roles. Explore our wider warehouse jobs portfolio to see more live vacancies in your area.