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 reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to support our busy operations. If you’re hands-on, safety-conscious, and take pride in a tidy workspace – we want to hear from you!

Working Monday – Friday, on 8-hour shifts (06:00 – 14:00 or 10:00 – 18:00), you will be responsible for:

• Loading and unloading cargo using a forklift truck
• Re-stacking and securing loads as required
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
• Conducting routine checks on equipment and reporting issues
• Following health & safety procedures at all times
• Assisting with general warehouse duties as needed
• Collaborating with team members to ensure smooth workflow

About you 

The ideal candidate will have proven FLT experience and be confident operating in a fast-paced warehouse environment. They’ll be a team player with a positive attitude and a good sense of humour, helping to maintain a supportive and enjoyable working atmosphere. At the same time, they’ll be comfortable working independently when required, using their initiative and thinking outside the box to overcome challenges. A natural problem solver, they won’t hesitate to share their ideas and contribute to continuous improvement at every opportunity, showing a real passion for making a difference.

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 Breeze, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
• 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.