Logistics Operative (Afternoon Start)

  • Full-time
  • Job Title: Logistics Operative Nights
  • Function: Warehousing
  • Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time

Company Description

LOCATION: DPD Tamworth - Unit 4 Indurent Park, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 2FG

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for high-energy Logistic Operatives to join our team. DPD are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving.

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.

Why DPD? (The Good Stuff) 

We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

  • Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.
  • Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments  e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading.
  • Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.
  • Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.
  • Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary).

Job Description

  • Contract Type: Permanent / 40 hours per week
  • Salary: £30,995 - increasing to £32,495 on completion of relevant MHE training
  • Hours of Work: 16:30 to 01:00 (Saturday and Sunday hours are 15:00 to 23:30)
  • Shift Patterns Available: Monday to Friday / Tuesday to Saturday

Please note the formal job title for this role is Logistics Operative and Warehouse Operative is only being used for attraction purposes. 

DPD Logistics are a fulfilment warehouse; we hold stock for a number of key customers at our site in Tamworth and as a Logistics Operative you will be required to pick and pack to meet consumer demand.  

This is a fast-paced, physical role and you will be on your feet all shift but as a warehouse operative you will  be the backbone of our logistics operation playing an important role in DPD continuing to deliver outstanding service. Key duties include;

  • Loading and unloading, scanning, picking and packing parcels with precision.
  • Handling items up to 25kg (who needs a gym membership when you can keep fit whilst you work!).
  • Using our tech to ensure every parcel gets to the right place at the right time.
  • Operation of different Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to including Counter Balance, Flexi Trucks and Man Riders 

You’ll receive: Full training from Day 1 and all required uniform and PPE

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Team

  • The Hustle: You’ve got a strong work ethic and love hitting targets.
  • Team Player: You love working as part of a close knit supportive team 
  • Reliability: You show up and give it 100%.
  • Values: You’re honest, respectful, and care about the service you provide.
  • Physicality: You’re comfortable lifting and staying on your feet.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link - You & DPD

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