Warehouse Operative; Team Leader

Job Details

Pay Rate: £27,496.46

Grade: O

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift Patterns: 07:30 - 16:30, 40 hours per week Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.

Location: HMP Wymott Preston - PR26 8LW

NOTE: This role is based inside a prison and involves working alongside serving offenders. You will need to pass enhanced security vetting as part of the recruitment process.

This is not a standard warehouse role. At DHL Supply Chain, we run warehouse operations inside prisons supporting the HMPPS Canteen Service. The service allows offenders to use their own money to buy approved items such as food, toiletries and everyday essentials. Our teams are responsible for picking, packing, and distributing these orders within the prison.

• Work inside a prison, leading and working alongside offenders in a warehouse.
• Hands‑on role – picking, packing and manual handling (up to 20 kg).
• Keep stock accurate and the operation running smoothly.
• Work at pace when needed and stay organised.
• Work as a team to ensure targets are met.

• Have 3 years UK address history (required for security clearance).
• Able to communicate clearly and deal with people, including in challenging situations.
• Comfortable working inside a prison, alongside offenders.
• Hands‑on and willing to get involved in warehouse tasks.
• Interested in doing a job that can make a real difference.
• Full UK Driving Licence and own transport.

• Monday to Friday shift pattern.
• Free parking.
• Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card (discounts across retail, travel and more).
• Flexible working options – discuss alternative patterns in interview.
• 12‑week induction programme.
• Free confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts.
• Generous pension scheme (up to 8 % employer contribution).
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice.

DHL is the global leader in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. We deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

We value diversity and are dedicated to supporting ex‑service personnel and veterans.