Team Leader with Warehouse duties

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

Job summary

A global supply chain leader is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader at HM Prison Garth in Preston. You will manage and lead a team of prisoners, ensuring accurate dispatch of orders in a unique and supportive environment. The ideal candidate should provide a three-year UK address history and be comfortable working in a prison alongside inmates. The role offers a permanent contract with a competitive salary and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension scheme with employer contributions

24/7 confidential GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Current three years of UK address history is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a prison environment alongside inmates.
• Good communication skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment.
• Manage accurate and timely dispatch of orders to inmates.
• Ensure operational targets are met and exceeded.

Skills

UK address history

Good communication skills

Understanding of warehouse processes

Job description

Pay Rate: £26,249.60
Grade: RCS 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: 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 (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
• Have a good understanding of warehouse processes – but it's not a deal breaker as we will provide full training!
• 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 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

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 X 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.

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