Storage worker Salary UK
Salary data from ONS ASHE for the occupation group “Elementary storage occupations n.e.c.” (SOC 9259). Some figures may be unavailable due to small sample sizes.
About this role
Elementary storage occupations n.e.c. receive, store, pick, pack and dispatch goods in warehouse and distribution environments. They use manual handling techniques and equipment such as pallet trucks and fork-lift trucks to move stock efficiently and accurately.
Key responsibilities
- Receiving, checking and storing incoming goods
- Picking and packing orders accurately
- Loading and unloading vehicles
- Operating warehouse equipment (pallet trucks, FLTs)
- Maintaining stock records and warehouse tidiness
Qualifications and entry routes
No formal qualifications are always required, though fork-lift truck (FLT) certification is valuable and often required. Manual handling training is standard.
Career outlook
Entry-level roles with opportunities for progression through experience, additional training and skills development. Apprenticeships offer structured routes into skilled occupations.
Key skills
Common industries
- Logistics and distribution
- E-commerce
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Third-party logistics