Warehouse Operative

Deutsche Post DHL; Exeter; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Pension with employer contributions 8%

Free 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Exeter, Devon, is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join our fulfilment centre.

A typical day involves picking, sorting and loading orders in a fast-paced environment, with manual handling and general warehouse upkeep.

The role offers a 42.5 hour week, Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday work, and a supportive team focused on accuracy and safety. 30 days annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and access to employee discounts are provided.

Qualifications

• Heavy lifting and manual handling of goods in a warehouse environment.
• Strong organisational skills with speed and accuracy.
• Previous warehouse experience is desirable.
• Full training provided for MHE

Responsibilities

• Picking, sorting and loading orders in a fast-paced environment.
• Getting hands-on with manual tasks, from handling to loading and unloading
• General housekeeping of the warehouse

Skills

Heavy lifting

Organisational skills

Speed and accuracy

Manual handling

Tools

MHE

Job description

Pay Rate: £28,089.10 Progressing to £30,146.14
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 42.5 hour working week –Monday to Friday - Days shift covering hours between 05:30 - 17:00 + 2 Saturdays throughout the year
Location: Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom, EX1 3QN

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Warehouse Operative toplay a key role at the centre of our fulfilment operation.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Picking, sorting and Loading orders in a fast-paced environment
• Getting hands-on with manual tasks, from handling to loading and unloading
• General housekeeping of the warehouse

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Have a flexible, friendly approach with a can-do attitude
• Happy with heavy lifting and manual handling of alcoholic beverages and goods
• Have excellent organisational skills along with speed and accuracy
• Previous warehouse experience is desirable
• Previous MHE desirable - Full training given

WHY JOIN US?

• 30 days annual leave
• 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 commencing17 August . 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.