Part Time Warehouse Operative - 5 Hours per week

Deutsche Post; Preston; On-site; GBP 4,200 - 4,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Blue Light Card

Induction programme

GP service

Discounts

Pension benefits

Job summary

Deutsche Post (DHL Supply Chain) is hiring a Part-Time Warehouse Operative at HMP Lancaster Farms, LA1 3QZ. The position is Fridays 12:00–17:00, 5 hours per week, permanent part-time contract.

You will work on the prison wing to distribute orders to inmates, assist with loading and unloading, and ensure compliance with prison rules.

The role requires willingness to work in a prison environment and to obtain enhanced security clearance; applicants should provide three years of UK address history.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have clear communication and be able to work in a prison environment.
• Role requires ability to perform manual handling safely.
• Fridays availability is essential due to shift pattern.
• UK address history (three years) may be required for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Working on the prison wing, distributing orders accurately and on time to each inmate.
• Loading and unloading vehicles when orders arrive at the prison.
• Complying with prison rules and regulations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Manual handling

Job description

Part Time warehouse Operative - LA1 3QZ (Lancaster Farms Prison)

5 Hours per week

Fridays 12:00 - 17:00 Fridays only

Pay Rate: £16.31 per hour (£4240.77 per nnum)

Contract Type: Permanent (Part Time)

Shift patterns: Fridays 12:00 - 17:00

Location: HMP Lancaster Farms LA1 3QZ

PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within a prison. You will be required to undergo an enhanced security vetting process if you are to be successful for this position.

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and one of our fascinating contracts involves us running warehouses inside of prisons. On a weekly basis, inmates have the opportunity to order basics goods, like shampoo and chocolate, that they pay for with their own funds. At DHL, we manage the picking, packing and distribution of these orders.

We're now looking for an Order Distributor who will play an integral role in the prisoners' lives, working with a diverse team to support their rehabilitation.

A Typical Day May Involve

• Working on the prison wing, distributing orders accurately and on time to each inmate
• Loading and unloading vehicles when orders arrive at the prison
• Complying with prison rules and regulations

This Role Would Suit People Who

• Can provide three years of UK address history (mandatory for enhanced security clearance)
• Are comfortable working in a prison environment, alongside inmates
• Are able to work in a role that requires manual handling and regular heavy lifting
• Have good communication skills

Why Join Us?

• Free parking
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card (discounts across retail, travel and more)
• 12-week induction programme to get you up to speed
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Generous pension scheme (up to 8% employer contribution)
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

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