Warehouse/Yard Operative

Reading, Reading April 22, 2026 Full Time Eightfold Ai

Pay Rate: £28,373.57
Grade: P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday 11:00 - 20:00
Location: Reading RG2 0BS

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Warehouse/ Yard Operative to play a key role at the centre of our fulfilment operation.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

  • Manual handling kegs of alcohol
  • Getting hands-on with manual tasks, from handling to loading and unloading
  • General housekeeping of the warehouse and Outside Yard
  • Use of MHE - Counterbalance

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

  • Have a flexible, friendly approach with a can-do attitude
  • Are happy with high levels of manual handling and working around alcohol
  • Previous warehouse experience is a plus but not a deal-breaker. Training is provided!
  • Must be willing to work a majority of the day in the outdoor elements
  • MHE experience desirable - Counterbalance with Clamp Attachment - Training will be provided

WHY JOIN US?

  • Free parking and Rest area
  • 22 days annual leave
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
  • Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

​We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 27th April. 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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