Warehouse Operative - Nights

DPD UK; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay Nights: £14.93/hour + overtime

Career progression from within

Milestone Days off

Wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Life Assurance 4x salary

Job summary

DPD UK is looking for high-energy Warehouse Operatives to join our Basingstoke site. This is a permanent 35-hour week with a 01:00–08:30 shift pattern, rotating 5 days out of 7.

You’ll load, sort and scan parcels, operate warehouse tech, and support timely deliveries for a sustainable, employee-focused logistics leader. We offer training from Day 1, uniform and PPE, plus a benefits package that includes enhanced overtime, career progression from within, milestone days, wellbeing support, retail

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and ability to hit targets.
• Team player in a close-knit team.
• Reliable with consistent attendance.
• Honest, respectful and service-minded values.
• Physically able to lift and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading, scanning, and sorting parcels with precision.
• Handling items up to 25kg and staying active on shift.
• Using warehouse tech systems to route parcels correctly.
• Operating scanners, conveyors and handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining health, safety and housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse.
• Conducting quality checks and reporting discrepancies or damage promptly.
• Working with the team to meet daily targets and shift goals.
• Adhering to attendance expectations and reliability.

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 Geo post 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 pay check. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

• Pay Nights: £14.93 per hour + 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 e.g Your Birthday + 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).

LOCATION: DPD Basingstoke, RG24 8QL

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 Geo post 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 pay check. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

• Pay Nights: £14.93 per hour + 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 e.g Your Birthday + 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).

LOCATION: DPD Basingstoke, RG24 8QL

Job Description

• Contract Type: Permanent – 35 Hours Per Week
• Days of Work: 5 days out of 7
• Hours of Work: 01:00 - 08:30.

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 and reporting 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.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective.