Sortation Operative – Parcels & Load (25kg)

DPD Group; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday trading

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance 4x salary

Free onsite parking

Health kiosks at locations

Unum Help@Hand

Discounted shopping

Milestone days off

Free eye tests

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking a Hub 5 Sortation Operative to join our dedicated warehouse team in a permanent full-time role. You will unload, scan, sort and load parcels, ensuring swift and safe movement through the hub while adhering to health and safety standards.

Typical duties include handling up to 25kg parcels, maintaining physical fitness for demanding shifts, and displaying flexibility to operate across warehouse areas as required. This role supports our 365-day operation with training provided.

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

• Executing the unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels with precision and care
• Ensuring the swift and secure transit of items through our network
• Handling large and heavy parcels weighing up to 25kg
• Maintaining a high level of physical capability to meet the demands of the role
• Adhering to shift patterns as part of our 365-day operational schedule
• Upholding strict health and safety standards at all times
• Demonstrating flexibility to work across various areas of the warehouse as required
• Maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Exhibiting strong organisational skills to manage workload effectively
• Performing duties efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines
• Successful candidates must be prepared for the physical demands of the role and committed to maintaining the highest standards of service.

Skills

Work ethic

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Work under pressure

Flexibility

Lifting 25kg

Health and safety awareness

DPD values

Job description

DPD UK is seeking a Hub 5 Sortation Operative to join our dedicated warehouse team in a permanent full-time role. You will unload, scan, sort and load parcels, ensuring swift and safe movement through the hub while adhering to health and safety standards.

Typical duties include handling up to 25kg parcels, maintaining physical fitness for demanding shifts, and displaying flexibility to operate across warehouse areas as required. This role supports our 365-day operation with training provided.