At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a team of couriers to ensure efficient deliveries.
- Company: Join DHL, a global leader in logistics with a strong service reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, and clear career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with a focus on service excellence.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and make a real impact in logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in logistics or courier services; leadership skills are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Bristol Service Centre - BS32 0BF
Shift: Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 17:00
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to join DHL as a Senior Courier. This role is ideal for someone with strong operational experience and a passion for delivering outstanding service, whether you’re already part of DHL or looking to take the next step externally into a leadership role within a global logistics leader.
As a Senior Courier, you’ll take on a key frontline leadership position, supporting and coordinating a team of couriers while ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely, efficiently and in line with DHL service standards. You'll also remain close to the operation, providing hands‑on support when needed.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading & Developing the Courier Team
- Manage a designated team of couriers, ensuring daily tasks are completed effectively
- Hold regular 1:1s, performance conversations and development reviews
- Coach and motivate team members to achieve productivity and service KPIs
- Address performance issues through coaching and structured processes
- Deliver clear daily briefs and debriefs to keep the team aligned and engaged
- Driving Service & Operational Performance
- Ensure all deliveries and collections meet DHL network and customer standards
- Monitor KPIs such as delivery success and productivity, taking action where required
- Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through professional service
- Act as a key point of contact for operational issues and queries
- Provide route cover where required to maintain service continuity
- Supporting Operational Efficiency & Flexibility
- Adapt to different routes and operational demands as needed
- Ensure compliance with driving hours, safety and operational regulations
- Maintain high standards of safety, security and compliance
- Support wider Service Centre activities and cover management when required
- Balance cost control with service excellence
Who We’re Looking For
A Proactive Leader with Strong Operational Awareness
- Lead by example and inspire others to perform at their best
- Bring experience from a courier, logistics or operational environment
- Communicate effectively and build strong working relationships
- Stay calm under pressure and adapt quickly in a fast‑paced setting
- Be committed to delivering excellent service every day
Skills & Experience
- Experience in a courier, logistics or service centre environment
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience is advantageous
- Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage performance
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive operationally when required
Why Join DHL?
- Be part of a global leader in logistics with a strong reputation for service excellence
- Opportunity to step into a leadership role with real impact
- Ongoing training and development, including leadership skills
- Clear career progression opportunities within Operations
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
Senior Courier in Bristol employer: Ultimate.ai
DHL is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Bristol where you can thrive as a Senior Courier. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to service excellence, you'll have access to ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities. Join a supportive team that values your leadership skills and empowers you to make a real impact in the logistics industry.
