Warehouse Operative - Team Leader

DHL Supply Chain; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Blue Light Card

Pension scheme

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is recruiting for a permanent, full-time role based inside HM Prison Full Sutton. You will work on a prison-based warehouse operation, leading and collaborating with offenders to pick, pack and distribute orders within the prison.

The role requires strong communication, willingness to operate in a custodial setting, and a valid UK address history for security checks. Monday to Friday shifts with 0800-1630 hours and a salary of £27,496.46 per year.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and the ability to deal with people in challenging situations.
• Experience leading teams in operational environments is valuable.
• Willingness to work in a custodial setting and follow security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with offenders inside a prison in a warehouse.
• Hands-on role involving picking, packing and manual handling (up to 20kg).
• Keep stock accurate and ensure the operation runs smoothly.
• Work at pace when needed and stay organised.
• Collaborate with teammates to meet targets.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Prison Experience

Job description

Pay Rate: £27, 496.46 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent (Full Time)

Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, 0800-16.30

Location: HM Prison Full Sutton, YO41 1PS

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.

• Able to communicate clearly and deal with people, including in challenging situations
• Comfortable working inside a prison, alongside offenders
• Have 3 years UK address history (required for security clearance) - ESSENTIAL
• Hands on and willing to get stuck into warehouse tasks
• Interested in doing a job that can make a real difference
• Full Driving License and Own Transport
• Previous experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor preferred

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
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

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.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

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