Warehouse Team Leader

DHL Germany; Preston, Oakham, Birmingham, Eccleshall; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader for a permanent full-time role at HMP Wymott, Preston. In this position, you'll manage a team of inmates, focusing on rehabilitative efforts while ensuring efficient warehouse operations. The role includes leading team activities, stock management, and metrics compliance, all within a unique prison environment. Candidates must possess strong leadership and communication skills alongside a mandatory three-year UK address history for security clearance.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Discounts on retail, childcare, gym, and more

Affordable loans and enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support with free counselling

Qualifications

• Current three years of UK address history required for security clearance.
• Ability to work in a prison environment alongside inmates.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of prisoners in a warehouse environment.
• Managing the delivery of accurate and timely dispatch of orders to inmates.
• Ensuring operational targets are met and exceeded.

Skills

Good communication skills

Leadership

Understanding of warehouse processes

Job description

Pay Rate: £26,249.60

Grade: O

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Days shift, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Must have flexibility to work occasional weekends.

Location: HMP Wymott, Preston - PR26 8LW

Note: The role is based within a prison. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced security vetting process.

Did you know that DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, operates warehouses inside prisons? Inmates can order basic goods like shampoo and chocolate, which DHL manages by picking, packing, and distributing these orders.

As a Warehouse Team Leader, you will play an integral role in supporting rehabilitation by working with a diverse team in a prison environment. No two days are the same!

Responsibilities:

• Leading a team of prisoners in a warehouse environment, while also being hands-on with picking and packing
• Reconciling stock levels within the warehouse
• Managing the delivery of accurate and timely dispatch of orders to inmates
• Ensuring operational targets are met and exceeded

Candidate Requirements:

• Current three years of UK address history (mandatory for security clearance)
• Ability to work in a prison environment alongside inmates
• Understanding of warehouse processes (desirable)
• Good communication skills across all levels

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Discounts on retail, childcare, gym, and more
• Affordable loans and enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support with free counselling and additional resources: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to fair, transparent, and inclusive resourcing practices. Learn more about our approach: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

About DHL:

DHL is a global leader in Supply Chain management, keeping the world moving by delivering for customers across various industries including retail, automotive, and healthcare.