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:
To carry out a range of warehouse operational activities, ensuring the safe and efficient handling, storage, and movement of goods. This includes operating a Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) to load, unload, and transport pallets, supporting goods-in and goods-out processes, picking and preparing orders for dispatch, and ensuring stock is stored accurately in designated locations while maintaining health and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently using appropriate MHE, including PPT where required.
- Checking and verifying delivery and collection paperwork to ensure accuracy and compliance with operational procedures.
- Labelling goods correctly and transporting pallets to designated storage or staging areas within the warehouse.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to support the smooth running of daily warehouse operations.
- Maintaining high housekeeping standards and ensuring MHE (Material Handling Equipment) is kept clean and in good working order.
- Using handheld scanners to accurately record, locate, and track pallet movements within the warehouse management system.
The ideal candidate will have
- Experience in storing and retrieving heavy or high-value goods within a warehouse environment.
- Strong team player with the ability to work effectively with colleagues.
- Good attention to detail to ensure accuracy in handling goods and documentation.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Capable of working on own initiative and unsupervised when required.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to use warehouse systems and handheld scanners.
- Good manual handling skills and awareness of safe lifting techniques.
- Strong awareness of health and safety procedures within a warehouse setting.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills to support accurate stock handling and paperwork.
- Valid Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) licence – essential.
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.
Join Our Inclusive Family
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.