Warehouse Operative Nights

DPD Group UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Nottingham is hiring a Warehouse Operative responsible for the handling and movement of parcels within the depot. Candidates should demonstrate strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to lift heavy parcels (up to 25kg). The position offers comprehensive training, competitive benefits like enhanced maternity package, and significant career development opportunities.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance

Free onsite car parking

Health kiosks

Discounted shopping

Milestone days off

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and self-motivation crucial for high performance.
• High attention to detail essential for accurate parcel handling.
• Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently under high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Execute unloading, scanning, and sorting of parcels.
• Ensure swift and secure transit of items through our network.
• Maintain a high level of physical fitness to meet job demands.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Physical capacity to lift 25kg

Job description

Overview

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 include :

• 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

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.

About our benefits :

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance of 4× salary on joining the pension scheme
• Free onsite car parking for all employees
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Unum – essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members
• Discounted shopping from hundreds 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

Career Opportunities

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

Apply Today

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.

Job Details

Reference: #REF9039X

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills: Abinitio, Electronic Security, Internship, Learning Management System, Airport, Environment Health And Safety

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1