Section Leader

Yusen Logistics Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £40,797.76 plus £1,872 shift

25 holiday days + Bank Holidays

Health cash plan

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Yusen Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Section Leader for the Erith site near London to lead operations on a night shift, coordinating a team of operatives. This full-time role offers development pathways in a high-performance logistics environment.

You will ensure safety, efficiency and adherence to procedures while driving continuous improvement. The role requires a counterbalance forklift licence and experience in warehouse leadership, with a focus on safety, staff development, and

Qualifications

• Team leadership or supervision experience in logistics or production.
• Ability to manage a team in a busy warehouse.
• Knowledge of disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full counterbalance forklift truck licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of operatives to keep shifts efficient and compliant.
• Oversee workflow and delegate tasks across the shift.
• Ensure staff are briefed and performing to high standards.
• Maintain 5S standards and promote safe working practices.
• Conduct equipment checks and raise safety or operational concerns.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff management

Disciplinary procedures

Health and safety

Communication skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Job description

About Yusen Logistics Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

About Yusen Logistics Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

www.yusen-logistics.com/

Role Overview

We are now looking for a Warehouse Section Leader to join us on a full‑time, permanent basis at our Erith site near London (DA18 4AF). The role starts between 21:00 and 23:00, Monday evening through to Saturday morning, depending on business needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and safety‑conscious team leader with a counterbalance forklift truck licence to join our industry‑leading logistics organisation. You’ll gain the opportunity to lead from the front in a high‑performing environment where innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. And, with structured development pathways and opportunities to progress, you’ll be empowered to build a rewarding long‑term career in logistics leadership.

Key Responsibilities

As a Warehouse Section Leader, you’ll play a key role in keeping warehouse operations running smoothly at our Erith site. Leading a team of operatives, you’ll make sure that every shift runs efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards and procedures. Day‑to‑day, you’ll oversee workflow, delegate tasks, and ensure staff are briefed, supported, and performing to high standards whilst ensuring that all activities are carried out safely and in compliance with company and customer requirements. Additionally, you will

• Manage staff performance, attendance, and conduct in line with company procedures
• Ensure consistent 5S compliance and promote safe working practices
• Handle communication between management and team members
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Carry out equipment checks and elevate any safety or operational concerns

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Team leadership and/or supervision experience from a logistics or production background
• The ability to manage a team within a busy warehouse environment
• Good knowledge of disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A full counterbalance forklift truck licence

What We Offer

• Salary of £40,797.76 plus a £1,872 shift allowance
• 25 holiday days plus Bank Holidays
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Health cash plan
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• Employee benefits, i.e., free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, and high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling and Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

Why Join Us?

At Yusen Logistics you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and collaboration. At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. However, we encourage candidates to use these tools to enhance their application rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. During the interview process, we expect responses to reflect your own experience, thinking and capabilities.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and make our recruitment decisions based solely on skills, experience and potential. Diversity enables us to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and grow.