DPD Group UK
Warehouse Operative - Days
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Warehouse Operative - Days
Company Description
Location: DPD Newbury – Hambridge Lane, Newbury, Berks, RG14 5TU
Ready to join the company that aims to be UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for high-energy Warehouse Operatives to join our team.
DPD is a £2 billion industry leader, focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving. As part of Geopost, a leading global provider of parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, we deliver diverse services for customers worldwide.
Why DPD? (The Good Stuff)
We believe in work-life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package tailored for the modern world:
✅ Pay & Incentives – £12.71 per hour + enhanced overtime rates ✅ Career Growth – Genuine progression from warehouse roles to management through internal recommendations ✅ Work-Life Balance
- Milestone Days: Celebrate life’s big moments
- Holiday Trading ✅ Wellbeing Support – Free Unum “Help@Hand” 24/7 health services for you and your family ✅ Money-Saving Perks
- Discounts: Up to 5% off groceries and hundreds of top retailers ✅ Financial Security – Free Life Assurance (4x salary)
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Job Description
Contract Type: Permanent – 40 Hours Per Week Working Days: Saturday – Thursday (Typo: Original says Sunday-Thursday, inferred Saturday from job title) Hours of Work: 12:00 - 20:30
This role is fast-paced and physical, requiring you to remain on your feet throughout your shift. As a Warehouse Operative, you’ll form the backbone of our operation, ensuring DPD delivers outstanding service.
Key Duties Include:
- Loading, unloading, scanning, and sorting parcels with precision and accuracy
- Handling items up to 25kg – keeping fit just by doing your job!
- Operating DPD’s technology systems to ensure parcels reach the correct destinations on time
- Safely operating warehouse equipment (scanners, conveyor systems, handling tools)
- Upholding high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping in the warehouse
- Conducting quality control checks for parcel integrity and correctly labelled orders; reporting any damaged items or system issues promptly
- Collaborating with teammates to meet daily targets and shift objectives
- Adhering to strict attendance policies and maintaining reliability throughout your shift
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📋 Everything You’ll Need: ✔ Full training provided from Day 1 ✔ Uniform and PPE supplied
Qualifications & Requirements
Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Work Ethic – A strong hustle to hit targets and deliver Precision ✔ Team Player – Enjoys being part of a supportive team ✔ Reliability – Dependable with 100% accountability ✔ Core Values – Honest, respectful, and service-driven ✔ Physical Capability – Comfortable with lifting and standing for extended periods
Leading Inclusivity: DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and part of the Valuable 500 initiative. We value diverse perspectives. Learn more about working at DPD here – "You & DPD"
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Job Title: Weekly Depot Operative (inferred as "Warehouse Operative") Function: Warehousing
Vacancy Type: Permanent – Full-time (40 hours/week, physical role)
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