Warehouse Operator

DHL; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Southampton is hiring a Warehouse Operator to support operations within their stores. This is a temporary role with potential for extension or permanent employment. Responsibilities include safe material handling, using a forklift, and entering data into the Warehouse Management System. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Training for forklift operation and IT literacy will be provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work safely in compliance with Health & Safety requirements.
• Pick materials for issue and store them accurately.
• Load and unload materials using a forklift truck.
• Manage the warehouse service counter and dispatch materials.

Skills

Good numeracy skills

Good literacy skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Forklift truck experience

Ability to prioritize workload

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to take initiative

Tools

SAP

Job description

DHL is currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operator to support operations within the CMB Stores. This role is initially on a temporary basis until the end of the year. There is potential for extension and possible permanent employment, however this is not guaranteed.

Please refer to the attached advert for further details.

Main Responsibilities

• Work safely in full compliance with site Health & Safety requirements
• Take responsibility for own safety and the safety of others
• Adhere to Safety Systems and Site PSMS (Personnel Safety Management Systems)
• Pick materials for issue to site
• Store materials in racking and shelving locations
• Load and unload materials using a forklift truck
• Deliver materials to site via van or forklift
• Man the warehouse service counter
• Receive and receipt goods deliveries
• Enter data into the Warehouse Management System (SAP) and spreadsheets
• Dispatch materials as required
• Participate in an on-call rota for site emergency material requests
• Support additional hours when required to meet customer needs
• Respond to ad hoc tasks and requests from management

Applicants should be able to demonstrate

• Good numeracy, literacy, communication skills, and attention to detail
• IT literacy (training provided where appropriate)
• Forklift truck experience (training provided where appropriate)
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to take initiative while knowing when to seek guidance