Warehouse Operative - Nights

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• Salary: £14.93ph- Overtime paid at enhanced rate
• Shift Pattern: 00:30 – 09:00
• Hours of Work: Friday to Tuesday (40 hours) OR Tuesday to Thursday (30 hours)

Company Description

DPD UK is a member of Geopost and a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and aims to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. DPD UK also is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.

Job Description

The role of Warehouse Operative is critical to the safe and efficient movement of parcels within our depots. This position plays a crucial part in ensuring DPD maintains its commitment to exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Executing the unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels with precision and care
• Ensuring the swift and secure transit of items through our network
• Handling large and heavy parcels which could weight up to 25 kg
• Maintaining a high level of physical capability to meet the demands of the role
• Adhering to shift patterns as part of our 365‑day operational schedule
• Upholding strict health and safety standards at all times
• Demonstrating flexibility to work across various areas of the warehouse as required
• Maintaining attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment
• Exhibiting strong organisational skills to manage workload effectively
• Performing duties efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and self‑motivation, crucial for maintaining high performance standards
• High attention to detail, essential for accurate parcel handling and processing
• Good organisational skills to effectively manage workload and meet operational targets
• Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently under high‑pressure situations and strict deadlines
• Flexibility, willingness and capability to adapt to various roles within the warehouse environment as operational needs dictate
• Physical capacity to lift, load, and carry items weighing up to 25 kg on a regular basis
• Some understanding of Health and Safety practices within a warehouse setting would be advantageous
• Demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work

Additional Information

Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, along with appropriate uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per company standards and safety regulations.

Benefits

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance of 4 × salary on joining the pension scheme
• Free onsite car parking for all employees
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Unum Help@Hand – essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members
• Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses