Warehouse Operative - Days

DPD Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate: £12.71/hr (+ London Depot 13

Enhanced overtime rates

Career progression from warehouse to管理

Milestone Days & Holiday Trading

Unum health services for you and your 

Discounts for groceries and retailers

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Job summary

DPD Group in Worcester is seeking energetic Warehouse Operatives for a fixed-term contract (FTC) until 15 January 2027. The role is 40 hours per week across 5 days, with shifts starting after 12pm. You will be on your feet, loading, unloading, scanning and sorting parcels in a fast-paced environment.

Full training plus uniform and PPE are provided. We value reliability, teamwork and a strong work ethic to help us deliver exceptional service every day.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and ability to hit targets.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.
• Honesty, respect and care for service.
• Physically able to lift and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading, scanning, and sorting parcels with accuracy.
• Handling items up to 25kg.
• Using our technology systems to track parcels.
• Operating warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining health, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Conducting quality checks and reporting discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborating with the team to meet daily targets.
• Adhering to attendance expectations and reliability.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Reliability

Values

Physical fitness

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 (£14.27per hour London Depot Allowance) + enhanced overtime rates.
• 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 + 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:FTC until Jan 15th 2027 – 40 Hours Per Week
• Days of Work:5 days per week starting after 12pm

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 efficiently
• Maintaining 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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