DACHSER SE
Logistics Operative
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Job ID: 7120 | Work Model: Full-Time | Contract Type: Permanent | Job Category: Warehousing / Order Picking
Role: Transit Terminal Logistics Operative
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Sunday to Thursday from 2130 to 0600
Location
Dartford
Why Join DACHSER?
At DACHSER, we’re a global family powering over 83 million shipments every year—from fashion to life-saving medical supplies. Ranked among the world’s top logistics providers, we don’t just move goods—we keep the world connected.
What really sets us apart? Our people. Here, your ideas matter, your energy fuels success, and you’ll be part of a fast-paced, supportive team that’s shaping the future of logistics.
Purpose Of the Role
The purpose of this role is to support the efficient operation of the Transit Terminal by carrying out a range of operational activities. This includes handling goods, coordinating loading and unloading, ensuring accurate documentation, and maintaining health and safety standards. The role is key to ensuring timely, accurate shipments and supporting the overall performance of the terminal team.
Key Responsibilities
- Picking goods from the hall and preparing for dispatch
- Loading and unloading shipments efficiently and safely
- Operating various types of forklift trucks and scanners
- Inspecting goods consignments for damage, transport restrictions, hazardous materials, labelling, dimensions, and packaging
- Scanning and moving goods within the terminal
- Securing loads, distributing weight appropriately, and ensuring product-appropriate loading
- Accurately documenting interfaces and handovers
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The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Valid forklift license with experience operating various forklift types
- Experience with scanning systems and warehouse technology
- Knowledge of loading, unloading, and safe load securing practices
- Ability to inspect goods for damage, labelling, packaging, and transport restrictions
- Understanding of health and safety regulations in a warehouse/terminal environment
- Ability to work flexibly across shifts in a fast-paced environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- High attention to detail and accurate documentation skills
Benefits That Support You
At DACHSER, we believe in taking care of our people — inside and outside of work. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of our team:
- Free Car Parking — hassle-free parking every day, so your commute is stress-free.
- 25 Days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday – generous time off to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Life Assurance — Death in Service benefit to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Employee Assistance Programme — confidential support to help you manage any personal challenges affecting your wellbeing and work.
- Employee Discounts — from day one, access exclusive deals on holidays, fashion, supermarkets, gyms, insurance, and more.
- Pension Plan — a flexible, tax-efficient pension scheme where you decide your contribution level, helping you plan
- Health Perks — free eye tests and money-off vouchers to keep you feeling your best.
- Internal Referral Fees — know someone perfect for the team? Earn rewards by referring great talent.
- Long Service Awards — we celebrate and reward your loyalty and commitment over time.
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At DACHSER, everyone is welcome. Diversity and equal opportunities are at the heart of who we are. We value the unique qualities each person brings, believing that diverse teams drive innovation and success. Because for us, logistics is a people business — and we can’t wait to meet you.
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