Warehouse Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Available Shifts
18:00-02:00 - Monday to Friday - £10.87 p/h or £11.23 p/h for Fork Lift Truck
22:00 - 06:00 - Sunday to Thursday or Monday to Friday £11.28 p/h
We currently have a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Operative to join our growing team at The Delivery Group; one of the largest technology enabled e-commerce and postal logistics businesses in UK. We are seeking permanent, full time Warehouse Operatives to join our team based at our Luton Hub. . It is essential that candidates are flexible to work outside of their normal core hours when required.
WHO IS THE DELIVERY GROUP?
Originally a letter delivery business, The Delivery Group has an outstanding track record for growth, taking turnover from start up to over £250 million in the last ten years since it was established. We have also been ranked several times in the ‘The North West's Fastest Growing Company’ report and The Insider’s ‘Growth 100 Report’ as well as successful inclusion in the Sunday Times Fast Track 100. We have successfully diversified into the rapidly growing economy parcels market, capitalising on the boom in online shopping. The Group is now represented by multiple sites around mainland UK and continues strong growth year on year.
What you’ll do:
- Load the STS Machine and Goods In/Out duties.
- Sort bags/trays/bundles onto the STS Machine.
- Where required, scan bags/trays/bundles by hand.
- Palletizing as instructed by the Team Leader or Supervisor.
- Ensure that all work is prepared to agreed productivity levels and quality standards.
- Make sure that mail is processed correctly to agreed timescales.
- Consistently provide excellent customer service, displaying a professional attitude and behaviour to customers and other members of staff.
- Wear company uniform if required, and any required safety clothing at all times.
Full training will be provided during induction and further training will be given throughout the course of your employment, to assist in progressing your career with us.
Who we're looking for…
You’ll need to be a self-starter who is keen and enthusiastic, with a proactive approach and a ‘can do’ attitude. You will have good attention to detail and will be able to work effectively as an individual and as well as part of the warehouse team. You must be competent in English and Maths, and should have the desire to learn, as well as a passion for success. Previous warehouse experience is desirable, and an understanding of the mailing industry is also desirable but not essential for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Luton, LU4 9DT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please select which shift you prefer:
18:00-02:00 - Monday to Friday
22:00 - 06:00 - Sunday to Thursday or Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Warehouse experience: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Operative roles across The Delivery Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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