Warehouse Operative (Part-Time) at DPD Group UK

Carlisle, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

12.21

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strong Work Ethic, Self-Motivation, Attention To Detail, Organisational Skills, Ability To Perform Under Pressure, Flexibility, Physical Capacity, Health And Safety Understanding

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

Company Description Contract Type: Permanent Part Time Working Hours Per Week: 16 Hours Per Week Salary: £12.21ph - Overtime paid at enhanced rate Location: DPD Carlisle Depot, Kingmoor Park North, Carlisle, CA64FD Shift Pattern: Saturday, Sunday, Monday Hours of Work: Saturday & Sunday 15:00 - 21:00 and Monday 16:30 - 20:30 DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. DPD UK has a turnover of nearly £2 billion and our aim is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK. At DPD UK we also aim to deliver the best service, use the best technology and recruit and retain the best people in the industry. DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer. Job Description The role of Warehouse Operative is critical to the safe and efficient movement of parcels within our depots. This position plays a crucial part in ensuring DPD maintains its commitment to exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include: Executing the unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels with precision and care Ensuring the swift and secure transit of items through our network Handling large and heavy parcels which could weight up to 25kg Maintaining a high level of physical capability to meet the demands of the role Adhering to shift patterns as part of our 365-day operational schedule Upholding strict health and safety standards at all times Demonstrating flexibility to work across various areas of the warehouse as required Maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment Exhibiting strong organisational skills to manage workload effectively Performing duties efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines Qualifications What we are looking for: Strong work ethic and self-motivation, crucial for maintaining high performance standards High attention to detail, essential for accurate parcel handling and processing Good organisational skills to effectively manage workload and meet operational targets Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently under high-pressure situations and strict deadlines Flexibility, willingness and capability to adapt to various roles within the warehouse environment as operational needs dictate Physical capacity to lift, load, and carry items weighing up to 25kg on a regular basis Some understanding of Health and Safety practices within a warehouse setting would be advantageous Demonstrating the core DPD DNA values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability in all aspects of your work. Additional Information: Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, along with appropriate uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per company standards and safety regulations. Additional Information About our benefits: We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few… Holiday trading Enhanced maternity and paternity package Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme Free onsite car parking for all employees Health Kiosks visiting every location Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities. If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you! Apply today.

Responsibilities

The Warehouse Operative is responsible for the unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of parcels within the depot.