Warehouse Operative in Bristol

On-site in Bristol·Full-time·Added today (last checked 26 Oct)

DHL Supply Chain UK

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Our summary

Salary: £30,327 - £31,727 a year
About £2,110 - £2,200 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Bristol
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Thursday 26 November
Holiday: 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension: 8% employer pension

Skills

Nice to have

Reach Truck

DHL Supply Chain UK is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Bristol.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Basic Salary (37.5 hours): £26,663.05
Shift Premium: £2,026.39
Bonus opportunity to earn bonus up to £1,400 per year
Call-Out Allowance: £157.50 per call-out week
Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate

Think You Know DHL? Think Again!

We're not just about delivering parcels. At DHL Supply Chain, we're the world's leading logistics company, and our people are the driving force behind keeping businesses moving and supply chains running smoothly.

We're looking for a motivated and reliable Warehouse Operative to join our team in Avonmouth. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll be responsible for receiving, storing, handling and dispatching customer products accurately and efficiently. You'll support the Team Leader in the day-to-day running of the operation and play an integral part in a small, close-knit team.

The role

Warehouse Operative

Pay Rate: £30,327.44 - £31,727.44 OTE (including basic salary, shift premium and annual call-out payment)
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: Avonmouth, BS35 4EL

Have a positive, flexible and proactive attitude
Enjoy working as part of a team while being able to work independently
Have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Have previous warehouse experience, ideally using MHE equipment
Hold valid Reach Truck and/or Counterbalance licences (preferred)
Are comfortable using warehouse management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office applications
Hold a full UK driving licence due to the on-call requirements of the role
Can work safely and effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment

How you'll work

Monday to Friday rotating shifts:

Week 1: 06:00 - 14:00
Week 2: 09:00 - 17:00

This role includes participation in an on-call rota (1 week in every 5) to support emergency customer requirements and site operations.

✅ A Typical Day May Involve

Maintaining high standards of quality, safety and accuracy while supporting warehouse operations, including:

Picking and packing customer orders in accordance with operational procedures
Receiving goods into the warehouse, including unloading vehicles and completing associated paperwork
Loading and unloading products safely and efficiently
Operating Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift Trucks in line with site safety procedures
Supporting stock accuracy and inventory control activities
Working closely with colleagues to ensure customer requirements are met
Participating in the on-call rota and responding to emergency call-outs when required

✅ Why Join Us?

Free on-site parking
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates
8% employer pension contribution with 4% employee contribution
Flexible working options available where operationally possible
Free 24/7 confidential GP service
Access to hundreds of retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
Career development and progression opportunities within DHL Supply Chain

Visit: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more about life at DHL.

About DHL Supply Chain UK

Industry: Logistics

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About the company & team

We're global leaders in supply chain management, employing over 188,000 people across more than 50 countries. Our teams support some of the world's most recognisable brands across industries including retail, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods and technology.

✅ Building an Inclusive Workplace

At DHL, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone can be their authentic self and succeed. We value diversity, inclusion and the unique experiences each colleague brings to our business.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we recognise the valuable skills and experience service leavers and veterans offer and actively encourage applications from the Armed Forces community.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing ASAP. 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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