Night Shift Sortation Operative – Parcel Hub

DPD Group; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Free onsite car parking

Health kiosks

Unum Help@Hand

Job summary

DPD Group is seeking a Hub 4 Sortation Operative for nights to operate state-of-the-art sortation equipment within the hub. This permanent full-time role offers 40 hours per week and an hourly rate of £14.93 with overtime paid at enhanced rates.

You will monitor parcel compliance, clear induct and sorter blockages, support hub KPIs, and liaise with teams while strictly following health and safety policies during night shifts from 23:00 to 07:00.

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 25kg 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.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and policing parcel compliance in the hub, ensuring all items meet size and weight regulations
• Clearing induct and sorter blockages promptly to maintain smooth operations
• Working to improve Hub KPIs, including throughput rates and accuracy metrics
• Escalating issues to management in a timely and appropriate manner
• Utilising good communication skills to liaise effectively with team members and other departments
• Maintaining a proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt to new processes
• Strictly adhering to company Health and Safety Policies at all times
• Supporting the hub operation as and when required, including assisting in other areas during peak periods
• Ensuring the work area is kept clean, tidy, and hazard-free throughout the shift
• Collaborating with colleagues to meet nightly targets and deadlines
• Adapting to changing priorities and workloads during busy periods or unforeseen circumstances

Skills

Work ethic

Attention to detail

Organisation

Pressure handling

Flexibility

Physical capacity 25kg

Health & Safety awareness

DPD DNA values

Job description

DPD Group is seeking a Hub 4 Sortation Operative for nights to operate state-of-the-art sortation equipment within the hub. This permanent full-time role offers 40 hours per week and an hourly rate of £14.93 with overtime paid at enhanced rates.

You will monitor parcel compliance, clear induct and sorter blockages, support hub KPIs, and liaise with teams while strictly following health and safety policies during night shifts from 23:00 to 07:00.