Warehouse Operative

Shift: Weds Thurs Fri Sat 20:30 - 06:30

You’ll work in a busy, temperature-controlled warehouse, managing stock and preparing customer orders to meet strict schedules, KPIs and quality standards.

You will be responsible for:

Receiving, picking, assembling and loading orders accurately and in line with agreed KPIs

Using Warehouse Management Systems to manage stock and follow customer schedules

Handling stock carefully to maintain accuracy and minimise damage

Operating MHE safely, including completing pre-operational checks and reporting any defects

Following all health & safety, food hygiene and environmental procedures

Checking stock on receipt and ensuring products are stored at the correct temperature

Completing all operational documentation accurately and within required timescales

About you

You’ll be able to read and follow instructions carefully, work accurately in a fast-paced environment, and consistently meet deadlines. MHE licences, particularly Reach and Counterbalance, are desirable but not essential. A good understanding of warehouse operations, combined with a strong commitment to health and safety, will help you succeed in the role.

You’ll be comfortable working in a busy environment, able to stay focused under pressure, and enjoy working as part of a team. We’re looking for someone who is task-focused, flexible and collaborative, with a positive approach and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

We offer an extraordinary work environment that requires a special bond with your colleagues.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

Life assurance cover

Contributory company pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

Full employee assistance programme including:

Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.

Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.