Prison Warehouse Team Lead — Hands-On & Impact

DHL; Preston; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Blue Light Card access

12-week induction programme

Free 24/7 GP service

Pension scheme (employer contribution)

Job summary

DHL is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader for a role based inside HMP Wymott Preston. The position is permanent, full-time, with a 07:30–16:30 shift pattern (40 hours, Monday to Friday) and occasional weekend work.

The role involves leading a warehouse team inside a prison, handling picking/packing, and ensuring stock accuracy while maintaining security protocols. Applicants must have 3 years UK address history for security clearance, be able to communicate clearly in challenging situations, and

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse teams in challenging environments.
• Able to perform manual handling up to 20kg.
• Full UK driving license and own transport.
• Pass enhanced security vetting as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside offenders in a prison warehouse.
• Hands-on picking and packing and maintaining stock accuracy.
• Keep operations running smoothly and at pace to meet targets.
• Work as a team to achieve objectives and deliverables.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Security vetting eligibility

Job description

DHL is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader for a role based inside HMP Wymott Preston. The position is permanent, full-time, with a 07:30–16:30 shift pattern (40 hours, Monday to Friday) and occasional weekend work.

The role involves leading a warehouse team inside a prison, handling picking/packing, and ensuring stock accuracy while maintaining security protocols. Applicants must have 3 years UK address history for security clearance, be able to communicate clearly in challenging situations, and