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:
1. Executing the unloading, scanning, sorting, and loading of parcels with precision and care
2. Ensuring the swift and secure transit of items through our network
3. Handling large and heavy parcels weighing up to 25kg
4. Maintaining a high level of physical capability to meet the demands of the role
5. Adhering to shift patterns as part of our -day operational schedule
6. Upholding strict health and safety standards at all times
7. Demonstrating flexibility to work across various areas of the warehouse as required
8. Maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
9. Exhibiting strong organisational skills to manage workload effectively
10. Performing duties efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines
Successful candidates must be prepared for the physical demands of the role and committed to maintaining the highest standards of service.
Qualifications
What we are looking for:
11. Strong work ethic and self-motivation, crucial for maintaining high performance standards
12. High attention to detail, essential for accurate parcel handling and processing
13. Good organisational skills to effectively manage workload and meet operational targets
14. Demonstrated ability to perform efficiently under high-pressure situations and strict deadlines
15. Flexibility, willingness and capability to adapt to various roles within the warehouse environment as operational needs dictate
16. Physical capacity to lift, load, and carry items weighing up to 25kg on a regular basis
17. Some understanding of Health and Safety practices within a warehouse setting would be advantageous
18. 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…
19. Holiday trading
20. Enhanced maternity and paternity package
21. Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
22. Free onsite car parking for all employees
23. Health Kiosks visiting every location
24. Unum Help@Hand - essential health and wellbeing services for all employees and eligible family members
25. Discounted shopping from ’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
26. Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
27. For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses