Posted by MAKEEN Energy is recruiting a Warehouse Assistant (M/F/D) for a full-time, on-site position in Porto, Portugal. The role involves supporting warehouse operations including receiving, storing, picking, packing, preparing materials and equipment for dispatch, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
The position is suited to candidates with warehouse or logistics experience, although previous experience is preferred rather than mandatory. Candidates should have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, a hands-on approach, and sufficient English to understand labels and technical documentation. The company also highlights career development, autonomy, and opportunities for professional growth.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Warehouse Assistant (M/F/D)
- Company: MAKEEN Energy
- Location: Porto, Portugal
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Work Arrangement: On-site
- Education: Secondary school, with 12th grade preferred, or equivalent experience
- Experience: Previous warehouse or logistics experience preferred
- Language: Good English for labels and technical documentation
- ERP/WMS Experience: An advantage
- Forklift Certification: Preferred or required, subject to internal definition in the listing
- Work Environment: Warehouse and logistics operations
- Application Contact: hr.mept@makeenenergy.com
About the Employer
MAKEEN Energy describes the position as an opportunity to join a reference group in a role involving responsibility and autonomy. The company presents its work environment as stimulating and varied, with an informal culture focused on commitment and teamwork.
According to the listing, the company continues to grow, change and innovate while giving teams opportunities to take initiative and be creative. It also highlights career opportunities and employee growth and development.
Job Description
The Warehouse Assistant will support the day-to-day movement and control of materials and equipment within the warehouse. The position covers several stages of warehouse operations, from checking incoming deliveries and recording stock to preparing orders, coordinating shipments and supporting inventory checks.
Accuracy, traceability, quality and safety are important aspects of the role. The successful candidate will also be expected to follow health, safety and environmental procedures while using warehouse handling equipment appropriately.
Key Responsibilities
The Warehouse Assistant will be responsible for duties including:
- Receiving incoming deliveries and checking quantities, part numbers, condition and accompanying documentation.
- Recording received materials in the ERP or WMS system.
- Ensuring warehouse items are correctly labelled and identified.
- Storing materials according to the warehouse layout and applying FIFO or FEFO principles where applicable.
- Picking, packing and preparing kits for production, service technicians and projects.
- Conducting final checks before materials are dispatched.
- Organising the documentation required for shipments.
- Coordinating with carriers to help meet collection and delivery deadlines.
- Supporting cycle counts and stock-taking activities.
- Helping investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Following HSE procedures and workplace safety requirements.
- Using personal protective equipment and material-handling equipment safely, including pallet trucks and forklifts where applicable.
Qualifications and Requirements
Candidates interested in the Warehouse Assistant jobs in Porto should meet or demonstrate the following:
- Secondary school education, preferably completion of the 12th grade, or equivalent practical experience.
- Previous warehouse or logistics experience is preferred.
- Ability to perform manual handling duties and take a hands-on approach to work.
- Strong accuracy and organisational skills.
- Good attention to detail.
- Experience with ERP or WMS systems is an advantage, including systems such as IFS or SAP.
- Forklift licence or certification is listed as preferred or required, subject to the employer’s internal determination.
- Good English language skills for reading labels and technical documentation.
- Reliability and a proactive approach to work.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work under time pressure.
Salary and Benefits
The job listing does not provide a specific salary or hourly pay rate.
MAKEEN Energy highlights several aspects of the employment opportunity, including:
- A position involving responsibility and autonomy.
- A stimulating and varied working environment.
- An informal workplace culture.
- Opportunities to be proactive and creative.
- Real career development opportunities.
- Support for employee growth and development.
- The opportunity to work within a company that is continuing to grow, change and innovate.
Who Should Apply?
This Warehouse Assistant position may be suitable for candidates interested in warehouse, logistics, inventory and materials-handling careers in Porto. Candidates with previous warehouse or logistics experience may have an advantage, but the listing does not state that such experience is mandatory.
The ideal candidate should be organised, accurate, reliable and comfortable with hands-on work. Good English is also important because the role involves working with labels and technical documentation.
Candidates should also be comfortable working under time pressure and collaborating with other members of the team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the location of the Warehouse Assistant job?
The position is based in Porto, Portugal, and the work is performed on-site.
Is the Warehouse Assistant position full-time?
Yes. The listing identifies the position as full-time.
Is previous warehouse experience required?
Previous warehouse or logistics experience is preferred. The listing does not state that it is mandatory.
What education is required?
Secondary school education is requested, with 12th grade preferred. Equivalent experience may also be considered.
Is English required for this warehouse position?
Yes. Candidates should have good English for understanding labels and technical documentation.
Is forklift certification required?
The listing mentions a forklift licence or certification as preferred or required, but also states that this is to be defined internally. Candidates should therefore confirm the specific requirement with the employer.
Does the job provide a specific salary?
No specific salary is provided in the job listing.
Does MAKEEN Energy offer career development?
Yes. The employer states that the position provides real career opportunities and emphasises employee growth and development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should submit their application.
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