Warehouse Operative - Team Leader

DHL; Doncaster; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain operates inside prisons to support the HMPPS Canteen Service. This Team Leader role is based at HMP Moorlands, DN7 6BW, and involves leading a warehouse team of offenders to pick, pack and distribute orders inside the prison. The typical day includes supervising execution, stock control, and working at pace to meet targets.

A full UK driving license and own transport are required. The role is permanent, full-time, with a 07:45–16:45 shift, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend

Qualifications

• 3 years UK address history essential (for security clearance)
• Full UK Driving License and own transport
• Hands on and able to lift up to 20kg
• Experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor preferred
• Clear communication in challenging situations

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with offenders inside the prison warehouse
• Hands on picking, packing and manual handling up to 20kg
• Keep stock accurate and ensure smooth operation
• Work at pace to meet targets as part of a team

Skills

Team leadership

Driving license

Warehouse operations

Security clearance readiness

Job description

Team Leader with Warehouse Duties - DRIVING LICENSE REQUIRED Pay Rate: £27,496.46 per annum Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: Monday to Friday - (07:45 - 16:45) with flexibility to work weekends when required Location: HMP Moorlands - DN7 6BW

PLEASE NOTE: This role is based inside a prison and involves working alongside serving offenders. You will be required to pass enhanced security vetting as part of the recruitment process.

This isn't a standard warehouse role. At DHL Supply Chain, we run warehouse operations inside prisons supporting the HMPPS Canteen Service. This service allows offenders to use their own money to buy approved items such as food, toiletries and everyday essentials - with our teams responsible for picking, packing and distributing these orders within the prison.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Work inside a prison, leading and working alongside offenders in a warehouse
• Hands on role - picking, packing and manual handling (up to 20kg)
• Keep stock accurate and the operation running smoothly
• Work at pace when needed and stay organised
• Working as a team to make sure targets are met

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• We are open to applicants from all backgrounds. Experience isn't everything - what matters most is your attitude, communication, and how you deal with people.
• Have 3 years UK address history essential (required for security clearance)
• Able to communicate clearly and deal with people, including in challenging situations
• Comfortable working inside a prison, alongside offenders
• Hands on and willing to get stuck into warehouse tasks
• Interested in doing a job that can make a real difference
• Previous experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor preferred
• Full UK Driving License and own transport

WHY JOIN US?

• Monday to Friday shift pattern
• Free parking
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card (discounts across retail, travel and more)
• 12-week induction programme to get you up to speed
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Generous pension scheme (up to 8% employer contribution)
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

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