• Job Description

  Req#: DPDHGLOBAL38647ENGLOBALEXTERNALEARCU

  Pay Rate: £27, 037.08
  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
  

  PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within a prison. You will be required to undergo an enhanced security vetting process if you are to be successful for this position.

  Did you know that DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, also runs warehouses inside of prisons? On a weekly basis, inmates across the UK have the opportunity to order basics goods, like shampoo and chocolate, that they pay for with their own funds. At DHL, we manage the picking, packing and distribution of these orders.

  No two days on our HMPPS contract are the same! As a Warehouse Team Leader, you will play an integral role in the prisoners' lives, working with a diverse team to support their rehabilitation.

  WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

  • Leading a group of prisoners in a warehouse environment, whilst also being hands on with picking and packing
  • Reconciling stock levels within the warehouse operation (based on-site at the prison)
  • Managing the delivery of accurate and timely dispatch of orders to the inmates
  • Ensuring operational targets are met and exceeded

  WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

  We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

  • Current three years of UK address history (mandatory for enhanced security clearance)
  • The ability to work in a prison environment, alongside inmates
  • A good understanding of warehouse processes, desirable
  • Good communication skills across all levels
  • Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred
  • Full driving License and own transport essential

  ✅WHY JOIN US?

  • Free parking and on-site canteen
  • Generous annual leave allowance
  • We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
  • Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

  WHO WE ARE

  We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

  BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

  At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

  As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

  Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 10th November. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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• About the company

  We are an international team of over 400,000 shipping professionals, united by a passion for logistics. And we work in a unique environment. DHL is as innovative as a start-up, with the power of an international organization.

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