Warehouse Operative - Days

DPD Group; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate and overtime

Career progression

Milestone days

Health services

Discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

DPD Group is seeking energetic Warehouse Operatives in the United Kingdom to join a fast-paced, physically demanding team. You’ll be on your feet for the shift, loading, sorting, scanning parcels, and using systems to ensure timely delivery accuracy.

Full training, uniforms, and PPE are provided to support your success. The role emphasizes reliability, strong work ethic, and collaboration within a close-knit team, with opportunities for progression as the business grows.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading, scanning, and sorting parcels with precision and accuracy.
• Handling items up to 25kg.
• Using our technology systems to ensure every parcel gets to the right place at the right time.
• Operating warehouse equipment including scanners, conveyor systems, and handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping throughout the warehouse environment.
• Conducting quality control checks to verify parcel condition and reporting discrepancies promptly.
• Working collaboratively with team members to meet daily targets and shift objectives.

Skills

Hustle

Team player

Reliability

Values

Physicality

Job description

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK's most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We're looking for high-energy Warehouse Operatives to join our team. DPD. We 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:

• Pay Rate: £12.71per hour + enhanced overtime rates.
• Stability & Growth:Genuine career progression as we promote from within. We are actively looking for ambitious candidates with the ambition and potential to step up and progress into a Shift Manager role as they grow with the business.
• Extra Time Off:Milestone Days to celebrate life's big moments + 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

• Days of Work: Tue - Sat / Sun - Thu,14:00 - 20:00

This is a fast-paced, physical role and you will be on your feet all shift. As a warehouse operative, you will be the backbone of our operation, playing a critical role in DPD continuing to deliver outstanding service.

Key Duties Include:

• Loading and unloading, scanning, and sorting parcels with precision and accuracy
• Handling items up to 25kg (who needs a gym membership when you can keep fit whilst you work!)
• Using our technology systems to ensure every parcel gets to the right place at the right time
• Operating warehouse equipment including scanners, conveyor systems, and handling equipment safely and efficientlyMaintaining high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping throughout the warehouse environment
• Conducting quality control checks to verify parcel condition and accurate labelling andreporting any discrepancies, damaged items, or system issues to your supervisor promptly
• Working collaboratively with team members to meet daily targets and shift objectives
• Adhering to attendance expectations and maintaining reliability throughout your shift

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.

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