Hire Reliable Temporary & Permanent Staff | 1st Workforce UK
Industrial • Warehouse • Logistics • Facilities • Events

Temporary & Permanent Staff On Demand — 1st Workforce UK

Reliable, fully checked and ready-to-work staff for warehouses, factories, logistics hubs, food production, construction sites and events. 24/7 cover, short notice bookings and volume supply across the UK.

100% Shift Attendance Same/Next-Day Deployment Multi-Site Coverage Inductions & PPE Managed

Staff We Supply

FP

Food Production Operative

Handling ingredients, packaging, and maintaining hygiene standards.
LM

Line Manager

Overseeing team performance, shift planning, and quality control.
MO

Machine Operative

Operating, monitoring, and maintaining automated production machinery.
LO

Food Production Line Operator

Running production lines, ensuring efficiency and product consistency.
PK

Food Packer

Packing finished goods with precision and maintaining cleanliness.
FT

Food Technologist

Ensuring food safety, quality standards, and production compliance.
OP

Order Pick Pack Operator

Picking, sorting, and preparing orders for timely dispatch.
BK

Baker

Preparing dough, baking products, and ensuring quality presentation.
PKR

Packer

Sealing, labelling, and organizing goods ready for shipment.

Why Businesses Choose H&D

SIA‑Licensed

Fully Vetted & Qualified

All personnel are SIA‑licensed, reference‑checked and trained in customer service & conflict management.

Rapid

Emergency Cover in Under 2 Hours

Need urgent cover? Our on‑call supervisors can deploy local guards quickly, day or night.

Transparent

Incident & Attendance Reports

Digital sign‑in, periodic patrol logs and incident reports keep you informed in real time.

Value

Flexible Contracts & Fair Rates

From single‑day assignments to long‑term contracts — scale up or down as your needs change.

How It Works

1

Share your staffing needs

Shift details, required roles, site location, and start time, we’ll take care of the rest.

2

Get quick confirmation

We match your requirement with available, qualified staff, usually same or next day.

3

Workforce on-site & managed

From inductions to attendance and replacements, everything handled by our team.

What Our Clients Says

Real feedback from retail, events and construction partners

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Adam Wilson 2 days ago
★★★★★

We’ve been working with 1st Workforce for our warehouse operations, and their professionalism has been outstanding. Every worker is punctual, skilled, and committed to keeping our operations running smoothly.

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Emma Roberts 5 days ago
★★★★★

I’ve partnered with multiple staffing agencies, but 1st Workforce truly stands out for their quick response and reliable team. Highly recommended for logistics and industrial staffing.

C
Charles Martin 1 week ago
★★★★★

Excellent experience from start to finish. The management team communicates clearly, and the staff provided are always professional and hard-working. Couldn’t ask for better service.

N
Noah Parker 2 weeks ago
★★★★★

We hired 1st Workforce for our manufacturing site, and their service has been top-notch. The team supplied experienced operators who quickly adapted to our workflow and safety standards.

S
Sophie Adams 3 weeks ago
★★★★★

We recently partnered with 1st Workforce for continuous on-site support and couldn’t be happier. Their staff are trained, efficient, and proactive in keeping productivity high every day.

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Liam Patel 1 month ago
★★★★★

1st Workforce provided staffing support for our event logistics, and they did an excellent job. Every team member was polite, attentive, and professional — exactly what we needed for a smooth operation.

Your Workforce, Our Strength

Get industry-leading staffing from 1st Workforce, reliable, qualified, and ready 24/7. Start your hiring today and experience workforce solutions done right.

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Coverage Areas

Head office: West London. UK-wide canine deployments with local response across boroughs, plus national support for single-site and multi-site organisations.

England (Regions)

  • London
  • South East
  • South West
  • East of England
  • West Midlands
  • East Midlands
  • North West
  • North East
  • Yorkshire & The Humber

Devolved Nations

  • Scotland
  • Wales
  • Northern Ireland

Major Cities We Cover

  • London
  • Birmingham
  • Manchester
  • Leeds
  • Liverpool
  • Bristol
  • Sheffield
  • Leicester
  • Newcastle
  • Reading
  • Slough
  • Milton Keynes
  • Watford
  • Guildford
  • Oxford
  • Cambridge
  • Glasgow
  • Edinburgh
  • Cardiff
  • Swansea
  • Belfast
  • Derry

London Cluster Coverage

  • Hounslow
  • Heathrow
  • Southall
  • Ealing
  • Brentford
  • Chiswick
  • Hammersmith
  • Shepherd’s Bush
  • White City
  • Acton
  • Park Royal
  • Greenford
  • Perivale
  • Hayes
  • Uxbridge
  • West Drayton
  • Feltham
  • Richmond
  • Twickenham
  • Isleworth
  • Kew
  • Wembley
  • Harrow
  • Slough

FAQs

What types of staff can 1st Workforce provide?

We supply reliable warehouse operatives, pickers and packers, machine operators, production staff, FLT drivers, cleaners, and general labour across logistics, manufacturing, and food sectors — for both temporary and permanent roles.

How quickly can you deploy staff?

For most sites in London, the Midlands, and surrounding areas, we can mobilize same-day or next-day, depending on headcount and role type. Larger teams are pre-briefed and inducted before deployment.

Can you provide short-notice or emergency cover?

Yes. We specialize in rapid response staffing for last-minute absences, urgent shifts, and seasonal peaks — available 24/7 to support your operations.

Do you supply trained FLT and MHE drivers?

Absolutely. We have certified counterbalance, reach, PPT, and VNA operators available for warehouses, distribution hubs, and cross-dock operations.

Can you provide staff for food production environments?

Yes — we supply hygiene-aware, target-driven operatives for food processing, packaging, kitting, and assembly lines, ensuring full compliance with food safety standards.

Can we book staff for a single day or shift?

Yes. You can book workers for one-off shifts, short-term cover, rotating rotas, or ongoing contracts — we adapt to your staffing schedule.

Are your workers right-to-work checked?

Every worker undergoes full identity and right-to-work verification under UK legislation. Attendance records and timesheets are available on request.

Do you operate outside London?

Yes. We supply staff across Greater London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Luton, Slough, and other key industrial and logistics regions nationwide.

How do we approve timesheets and receive invoices?

Timesheets are signed off daily or weekly by your site supervisors. Invoices are issued according to the agreed rate card and payment terms.

Do you offer temp-to-perm or long-term placements?

Yes — if a worker performs well, you can transition them to your payroll under our flexible temp-to-perm arrangements.

Can you provide staff for seasonal or peak periods?

Yes. We build flexible staffing pools for peak seasons such as Black Friday, Christmas, and large-scale projects — ensuring consistent attendance and replacements if needed.

What information do you need to provide a quote?

Simply share your site location, job roles, shift pattern, start date, PPE or induction needs, and required headcount — and we’ll confirm rates promptly.

Need staff fast? We’re ready 24/7.
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