Warehouse Operative - Days

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

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Tamworth is seeking a Warehouse Operative. This role involves the safe and efficient movement of parcels, adhering to strict health and safety standards. Candidates must possess strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 25kg. The position offers comprehensive training, competitive pay of £12.21 per hour, and attractive benefits including enhanced maternity and paternity packages.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance of 4 x salary

Free onsite car parking

Health Kiosks

Unum Help@Hand health services

Discounted shopping

Milestone Days off

Free eye tests for screen users

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and self-motivation for high performance.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail during parcel handling.
• Effectively manage workload and operational targets with good organisational skills.
• Perform efficiently under high-pressure situations and strict deadlines.
• Exhibit flexibility to adapt to various warehouse roles as needed.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25kg regularly.
• Some knowledge of Health and Safety in a warehouse is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Unload, scan, sort, and load parcels with precision.
• Ensure swift and secure transit of items through the network.
• Handle large and heavy parcels, maintaining physical capabilities.
• Adhere to shift patterns throughout the operational schedule.
• Uphold strict health and safety standards at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility across various warehouse areas.

Skills

Strong work ethic and self-motivation

High attention to detail

Good organisational skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Flexibility and adaptability

Physical capacity to lift 25kg

Understanding of Health and Safety practices

Job description

Overview

DPD UK is a member of Geopost, a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and aims to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. DPD UK also aims to deliver the best service, use the best technology, and recruit and retain the best people in the industry.

DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer.

Role

Job title: Warehouse Operative

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.

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 weigh 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

Qualifications

• 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 100s 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

Other details: Contract Type: Permanent Full Time • Working Hours Per Week: 40 Hours • Salary: £12.21ph – Overtime paid at enhanced rate • Location: DPD Tamworth Site, Unit 4 Indurent Park, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 2FG • Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday • Hours of Work: 08:00 – 16:30 / 14:00 – 22:30

Joining DPD can lead to more than just a stable job; we pride ourselves on recognising and developing talent and offering development and promotion opportunities.