Warehouse Logistics Operative

DPD UK; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Milestone days

Wellbeing

Discounts

Life Assurance

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking high-energy Warehouse Logistic Operatives for our Oldbury site. This permanent role offers 40 hours per week with a 16:30–01:00 shift, five days a week, and a starting salary of £30,995 rising to £32,495 after relevant MHE training.

Join a £2 billion, sustainability-focused delivery network. You will load, unload, pick and pack parcels up to 25 kg, operate MHE, and help ensure accurate deliveries while enjoying benefits such as life assurance and milestone days.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with ability to hit targets.
• Team player who works well in a close-knit team.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading, scanning, picking and packing parcels with accuracy.
• Handling items up to 25kg and maintaining safe lifting practices.
• Using warehouse tech to direct parcels to correct locations.
• Operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as Counter Balance and Flexi Trucks.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Reliability

Physical stamina

Tools

MHE operation

Job description

LOCATION: DPD Oldbury, Parsonage Street, Oldbury, B69 4PH

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for high-energy Warehouse Logistic Operatives to join our team. DPD are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving.

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

Why DPD? (The Good Stuff)

We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

• Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.
• Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading.
• Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.
• Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary).

LOCATION: DPD Oldbury, Parsonage Street, Oldbury, B69 4PH

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for high-energy Warehouse Logistic Operatives to join our team. DPD are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving.

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

Why DPD? (The Good Stuff)

We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

• Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.
• Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading.
• Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.
• Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary).

Job Description

• Contract Type: Permanent / 40 hours per week
• Salary: £30,995 - increasing to £32,495 on completion of relevant MHE training
• Hours of Work: 16:30 - 01:00
• Days of Work: 5 days per week

DPD Logistics are a fulfilment warehouse; we hold stock for a number of key customers at our site in Tamworth and as a Warehouse Logistics Operative you will be required to pick and pack to meet consumer demand.

This is a fast-paced, physical role and you will be on your feet all shift but as a warehouse operative you will be the backbone of our logistics operation playing an important role in DPD continuing to deliver outstanding service. Key duties include;

• Loading and unloading, scanning, picking and packing parcels with precision.
• Handling items up to 25kg (who needs a gym membership when you can keep fit whilst you work!).
• Using our tech to ensure every parcel gets to the right place at the right time.
• Operation of different Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to including Counter Balance, Flexi Trucks and Man Riders

You’ll receive: Full training from Day 1 and all required uniform and PPE

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Team

• The Hustle: You’ve got a strong work ethic and love hitting targets.
• Team Player: You love working as part of a close knit supportive team
• Reliability: You show up and give it 100%.
• Values: You’re honest, respectful, and care about the service you provide.
• Physicality: You’re comfortable lifting and staying on your feet.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link - You & DPD