Warehouse Operative - Nights
Overview
DPD UK is a member of Geopost and a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions. DPD UK aims to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK and to deliver the best service using the best technology and the best people. DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a Valuable 500 company.
The role of Warehouse Operative is critical to the safe and efficient movement of parcels within our depots, contributing to exceptional customer service.
Job details
- Contract Type: Permanent Part Time
- Working Hours Per Week: 35 Hours Per Week
- Salary: £16.49ph (Overtime paid at enhanced rate)
- Location: DPD Southall Depot
- Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday
- Hours of Work: 00:00–08:00
Responsibilities
- Execute unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels with precision and care
- Ensure swift and secure transit of items through the network
- Handle large and heavy parcels up to 25 kg
- Maintain a high level of physical capability to meet role demands
- Adhere to shift patterns as part of a 365-day operational schedule
- Uphold strict health and safety standards at all times
- Demonstrate flexibility to work across various areas of the warehouse as required
- Maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Exhibit strong organisational skills to manage workload effectively
- Work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines
Qualifications
- Strong work ethic and self-motivation
- High attention to detail for accurate parcel handling and processing
- Good organisational skills to manage workload and meet targets
- Ability to perform under high-pressure situations and strict deadlines
- Flexibility to adapt to various roles within the warehouse as operational needs dictate
- Physical capacity to lift, load, and carry items weighing up to 25 kg regularly
- Some understanding of Health and Safety practices in a warehouse is advantageous
- Demonstrating the core DPD values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, Accountability
Additional Information
- Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, along with 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 x salary on joining the pension scheme
- Free onsite car parking for all employees
- Health Kiosks visiting every location
- Unum Help@Hand – health and wellbeing services for employees and eligible family members
- Discounted shopping from retailers, including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
- Milestone Days off to celebrate with family and friends
- Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses for employees who regularly use a screen
Note
Join DPD to explore not just a stable job but a potential career with development and promotion opportunities. If you share our aims and values and can help deliver our customers’ promises, apply today.
