Warehouse Operative - Days

DPD Group UK; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Warehouse Operative to ensure the efficient movement of parcels in Chelmsford. Responsibilities include unloading, sorting, and loading parcels while maintaining strict health and safety standards. Candidates must have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the physical ability to handle parcels up to 25kg. This role offers opportunities for career development within a recognised organisation, along with comprehensive training and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance of 4 x salary

Free onsite car parking

Health Kiosks

Unum Help@Hand

Discounted shopping

Milestone Days off

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Physical capacity to lift and carry items weighing up to 25kg.
• Understanding of Health and Safety practices within a warehouse setting would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Execute unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels.
• Ensure swift and secure transit of items through the network.
• Maintain health and safety standards at all times.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

The role of Warehouse Operative is critical to the safe and efficient movement of parcels within our depots. This position plays a crucial part in ensuring DPD maintains its commitment to exceptional customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Executing the unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels with precision and care
• Ensuring the swift and secure transit of items through our network
• Handling large and heavy parcels which could weight up to 25kg
• Maintaining a high level of physical capability to meet the demands of the role
• Adhering to shift patterns as part of our 365‑day operational schedule
• Upholding strict health and safety standards at all times
• Demonstrating flexibility to work across various areas of the warehouse as required
• Maintaining attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment
• Exhibiting strong organisational skills to manage workload effectively
• Performing duties efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines

What we are looking for

• Strong work ethic and self‑motivation, crucial for maintaining high performance standards
• High attention to detail, essential for accurate parcel handling and processing
• Good organisational skills to effectively manage workload and meet operational targets
• Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently under high‑pressure situations and strict deadlines
• Flexibility, willingness and capability to adapt to various roles within the warehouse environment as operational needs dictate
• Physical capacity to lift, load, and carry items weighing up to 25kg on a regular basis
• Some understanding of Health and Safety practices within a warehouse setting would be advantageous
• Demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, along with appropriate uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per company standards and safety regulations.

Benefits

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
• Free onsite car parking for all employees
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Unum Help@Hand – essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members
• Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses

Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.

If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today.