Warehouse Operative (Team Leader)

DHL Supply Chain; Thetford; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global supply chain management company as a Warehouse Team Leader. This unique role involves overseeing a diverse team within a prison setting, ensuring the smooth operation of picking, packing, and distribution processes. With a focus on rehabilitation, you'll play a vital role in the lives of prisoners while achieving operational targets. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of award-winning benefits, including a 24/7 GP service and employee support. Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts on retail, childcare, and gym

Affordable loans

Enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• 3 years of UK address history required for Enhanced Security Clearance.
• Ability to work in a prison warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment.
• Manage accurate and timely dispatch of orders.

Skills

Warehouse Processes

Communication Skills

Leadership

Job description

Position: Warehouse Team Leader

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Location: HMP Wayland - Thetford (IP25 6RL)

Salary: £26,262.83

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, Days

Note: The role is based within a prison. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced Security Vetting Process.

Requirement: You will need 3 years of UK address history.

HMPPS provides prisoners with the means to order goods using their own funds. At DHL, our role is to manage the picking, packing, and distribution of these orders. No two days on our HMPPS contract are the same! You will play an integral role in the lives of prisoners, working with a diverse team to support their rehabilitation.

What does the role entail?

• Leading a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment, while also being hands-on with picking and packing.
• Reconciling stock levels within the warehouse operation (based onsite at the prison).
• Managing the delivery of accurate and timely dispatch of orders to inmates.
• Ensuring operational targets are met and exceeded.

What do we need from you?

• The ability to work in a prison warehouse environment.
• A good understanding of warehouse processes is desirable.
• Good communication skills across all levels.
• Current 3 years of UK address history (mandatory for Enhanced Security Clearance).

Why choose us?

In addition to competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare, and gym).
• Affordable loans and an enhanced pension scheme.
• 24/7 employee support service for you and your family, with access to free counseling and more: https://supplychainjobs.dhl.com/jobs/our-benefits/

Our approach to diversity & inclusion

We ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

Be an essential part of everyday life

DHL is the global leader in supply chain management, keeping the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across various industries including retail, automotive, and healthcare, enabling them to serve their customers effectively.