Team Leader

DHL Supply Chain; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain company in Preston is seeking a Team Leader with Warehouse Duties to oversee operations within a prison environment. This role requires managing a team and ensuring the efficient dispatch of goods to inmates while maintaining operational targets. The ideal candidate must have a flexible approach and a valid driving license. Benefits include generous leave, pension contributions, and retail discounts, along with a supportive working atmosphere.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Generous pension scheme

Free GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Current three years of UK address history for enhanced security clearance.
• Ability to work in a prison environment alongside inmates.
• Good understanding of warehouse processes is desirable.
• Full Driving License and own transport essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment.
• Manage stock levels and ensure timely dispatch of orders.
• Meet and exceed operational targets.
• Hands-on picking and packing duties.

Skills

Warehouse processes

Good communication

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Team Leader with Warehouse Duties

Salary: £26, 249.60

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: 07:30 - 16:30 Monday to Friday - must have flexibility to work occasional weekends

Location: HM Prison Garth, Preston, PR26 8NE

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 basics goods, like shampoo and chocolate, that they pay for with their own funds. At DHL, we manage the picking, packing and distribution of these orders.

No two days on our HMPPS contract are the same! As a Warehouse Team Leader, you will play an integral role in the prisoners' lives, working with a diverse team to support their rehabilitation.

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 (based 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?

• Current three years of UK address history (ESSENTIAL 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
• Full Driving License and own transport essential

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

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 all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 26th January 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.