Lead Warehouse Operative: Drive Safety, KPIs & Team

GXO Logistics, Inc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension scheme

GP service

EAP

MyBenefits platform

GXO University

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc is hiring a Lead Warehouse Operative to join the Heineken operation in Derby (DE21 7HW). In this role, you will support the safe and efficient running of warehouse operations, leading colleagues to achieve high standards of performance, productivity, and health & safety while delivering key operational KPIs.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working any 5 days out of 7. The package includes annual salary of £33,359.07, generous leave, pension, and access to GXO

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a warehouse or logistics environment, ideally within a fast‑paced operation.
• The confidence and capability to step up and support Team Leader responsibilities when required
• A methodical, organised, and safety‑focused approach to work
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead, support, and motivate a team
• The ability to manage disciplinary, absence and grievance meetings

Responsibilities

• Carry out incident / accident investigations and complete relevant administration in line with Company procedures
• Provide KPI/Management Information relating to operational activities
• Challenge current practices through continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiencies and manage costs
• Use inventory software to track and manage stock levels

Skills

Warehouse experience

Leadership

Communication

Safety-focused

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

GXO Logistics, Inc is hiring a Lead Warehouse Operative to join the Heineken operation in Derby (DE21 7HW). In this role, you will support the safe and efficient running of warehouse operations, leading colleagues to achieve high standards of performance, productivity, and health & safety while delivering key operational KPIs.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working any 5 days out of 7. The package includes annual salary of £33,359.07, generous leave, pension, and access to GXO