Pre Brief Operative

DPD Group; North East; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay 12.71ph

Career progression

Milestone days off

Health services

Discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

DPD Group in the UK is seeking reliable Pre Brief Operatives to support warehouse operations in the North East. You will safeguard data accuracy, manage Saturn handheld devices, onboard drivers, and deliver site safety training to new staff.

This role requires attention to detail, comfort with Google Workspace and internal systems like Universe, and the ability to work Monday–Friday 07:00–14:30. You will join a sustainable, people-focused delivery leader offering progression, milestone time off,

Qualifications

• Attention to detail to spot missing entries and ensure accuracy in logs and tech devices.
• Comfort navigating Google Workspace and internal platforms like Universe for data entry.
• Ability to stay focused in busy depot environments and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for briefing drivers and coordinating with teams.

Responsibilities

• Tech management and logistics: manage Saturn devices, check-in/out, keep units charged and updated.
• Data guru: maintain real-time accuracy in Universe and Google Docs for depot operations.
• Driver onboarding and checks: handle onboarding and essential compliance checks.
• Training and development: deliver site safety and ops training to staff and drivers.
• Safety and standards: maintain organized workspace and follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

Detail oriented

Digital fluency

Cool under pressure

Communication

Adaptability

DPD values

Tools

Universe

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for reliable Pre Brief Operatives to join our team. DPD. We are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving.

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

Why DPD? (The Good Stuff)

We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

• Pay:£12.71ph- Overtime paid at enhanced rate
• Stability & Growth:Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.
• Extra Time Off:Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading.
• Wellbeing First:Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.
• Big Discounts:Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.
• Financial Peace of Mind:Free Life Assurance (4x salary).

Job Description

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Hours of Work:07:00 - 14:30

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days are the same here. You’ll be the essential link between our drivers, our warehouse, and our tech:

• Tech Management & Logistics: You’re the guardian of our "Saturn" handheld devices. You’ll manage the check-in/out process for the warehouse team, ensuring every unit is accounted for, fully charged, and updated. If a device is acting up, you’ll log the repairs to keep the operation moving without a glitch.
• Data Guru: You’ll navigate our internal "Universe" system and Google Docs like a pro. Your mission is to maintain real-time data accuracy, ensuring that every entry is precise so the depot runs like a well-oiled machine, answering any calls to drivers struggling on road.
• Driver Onboarding & Checks: You’ll be the welcoming face and first point of contact for our agency drivers. Your mission is to handle their onboarding seamlessly, conducting all essential checks and ensuring full compliance before they can hit the road.
• Training & Development: You are our on-the-ground coach. Alongside your daily duties, you’ll deliver crucial site safety and operational training to new warehouse staff and drivers, making sure everyone is set up for safe success from day one.
• Safety & Standards: You’ll help keep the vibe professional and safe by maintaining an organized workspace and following health and safety protocols to protect yourself and the team.

Qualifications

What You Bring

We aren't just looking for a checklist of skills; we’re looking for someone who matches our energy. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• A Sharp Eye for Detail: You’re the type of person who spots a typo or a missing entry from a mile away. Whether you're tracking expensive tech or updating delivery logs, you take pride in 100% accuracy and never "just wing it."
• Digital Fluency: You don't need to be a coder, but you should be a "natural" with tech. You’re comfortable navigating Google Workspace (Docs/Sheets) and can quickly learn our bespoke internal platforms, like Universe, to manage high-volume data entry.
• The "Cool Under Pressure" Factor: Depots are high-energy environments with tight deadlines. You stay focused and chill when the floor gets busy, prioritizing your tasks effectively without losing your rhythm.
• Top-Tier Communication: You’re a "people person" who can switch gears effortlessly—from professional and empathetic when helping a customer, to clear and collaborative when briefing our driver team.
• Adaptability & Drive: You’re proactive. If you see a way to make a process smoother or a colleague who needs a hand, you jump in. You’re flexible with your duties and show up with the self-determination to excel.
• The DPD DNA: You genuinely vibe with our core values. You lead with Respect, act with Honesty, stay Flexible, and take Accountability for your work every single day.

Does this sound like you? We’re ready to help you grow if you’re ready to put in the work.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective.