Team Leader with Warehouse Duties

DHL Supply Chain; Leyland; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain management company in Leyland is seeking a Warehouse Leader to manage operations within a prison environment. This role involves leading prisoners in picking and packing goods, managing stock levels, and ensuring timely dispatch of orders. Candidates should have a three-year UK address history and be comfortable working alongside inmates. The position offers a full-time contract with various benefits including parking, annual leave, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Free parking

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Current three years of UK address history (mandatory for enhanced security clearance).
• Ability to work in a prison environment, alongside inmates.
• Good understanding of warehouse processes (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment.
• Reconcile stock levels within the warehouse operation.
• Manage the delivery of accurate and timely dispatch of orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of warehouse processes

Job description

Overview

Pay Rate: £26,249.60

Grade: O

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Days shift 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Must have flexibility to work occasional weekends.

Location: HMP Wymott Preston - PR26 8LW

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.

Did you know that DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, also runs warehouses inside of prisons? On a weekly basis, inmates across the UK have the opportunity to order basic goods, like shampoo and chocolate, paid for with their own funds. At DHL, we manage the picking, packing and distribution of these orders.

What does the role entail?

• Leading a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment, whilst also being hands on with picking and packing
• Reconciling stock levels within the warehouse operation (on-site at the prison)
• Managing the delivery of accurate and timely dispatch of orders to the inmates
• Ensuring operational targets are met and exceeded

What do we need from you?

We would love to hear from you if you have the following experience, but don’t hesitate to apply if you don’t tick every box on this page—we’re great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Current three years of UK address history (mandatory for enhanced security clearance)
• The ability to work in a prison environment, alongside inmates
• A good understanding of warehouse processes (desirable)
• Good communication skills across all levels

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 and on-site canteen
• Generous annual leave allowance
• We’re happy to talk about flexible working—just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

Who we are

We’re the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

Building an Inclusive Workplace

At DHL, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone’s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day. We are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant and value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel.

Please note: interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing the stated date. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. We review applications continuously and, where there is a large number of applications, the period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as early as possible.