Warehouse Operative

Are you looking for a position in which you keep things moving and deliver when it matters most? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as a Warehouse Operative.

Be part of the movement – and play your part.

About the role

We’re looking for a hardworking Warehouse Operative to support our busy operations. You’ll be working Monday to Friday on 8-hour shifts (either 06:00–14:00 or 10:00–18:00), helping to keep the warehouse running smoothly and safely.

You will be responsible for:

Loading and unloading cargo using a forklift truck

Re-stacking and securing loads

Picking and packing orders

Carrying out routine equipment checks and reporting any issues

Following health & safety procedures at all times

Supporting general warehouse tasks as needed

Working closely with your team to keep things flowing

About you

You’ll have proven FLT experience with a Counterbalance FLT licence and feel confident working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You’re a team player with a positive attitude and a good sense of humour, helping to keep the atmosphere supportive and enjoyable. You’re also happy to work independently when needed, using your initiative to solve problems and keep things moving. If you’re someone who’s always looking for ways to improve and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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.  

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.

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.   

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.

This recruitment process is managed by the DFDS Talent Acquisition team. We kindly ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us regarding this opportunity

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