Nightshift Yard Person
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Position Overview & Specifications
BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE
Position: Nightshift Yard Person
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: West Yorkshire LS27 7FN
Salary: £27,830.40
Shift patterns: Nights
Work pattern: Working 4 on 4 off, 8pm-6am
Requirement: MUST hold an in date 7.5 Tonne Licence
At DHL we are extremely passionate about what we do. We pick, pack, store and deliver everything from raw materials to consumables, spare parts and finished goods. We are without doubt, highly regarded Global Leaders in Supply chain Management and 3rd party logistics making us an essential part of everyday life!
We are always looking for exceptional individuals to join our team!
What the role entails?
- To support the night time yard operation activities
- To manage and control Home Delivery operation for next day dispatches
- To ensure the Home Delivery Fleet is ready for the next days deliveries
- Unload products, quality checking each item before loading onto another vehicle ready for delivery
- Ensure the boxes are loaded safely and securely
What do we need from you?
- Hold an in date 7.5 Tonne Licence (no experience needed)
- Previous warehouse experience preferred
- Be happy with manual handling and heavy lifting
- Operating IT-systems and processing paperwork as required
- Are flexible in approach to work, and work effectively as part of a team, providing support in resolving problems and have a can do, right first time and passionate approach
What will you get in return?
As a part of a growing DHL population you will receive access to a variety of our excellent benefits which could include; 25 days holiday, pension scheme, medical cover, retail discounts, flexible working, training, development and secondments opportunities and MANY MORE.
- You'll work hard, and it'll be worth it.
- You'll have opportunities to lead, develop, and work alongside people from all walks of life, and you'll learn from every interaction
- You'll be relied upon – and trusted – to initiate process improvements that enhance your team's output and satisfaction.
- You'll grow as much as you want to grow – with on-the-job experience and the boatload of learning opportunities DHL Supply Chain offers.
- You'll love it.
What you'll need to do next?
If you have a proven track record of achievement to match the requirements for this role and you are looking for your next career move, simply apply online ensuring that a full up to date CV is attached with your application.
Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion
As a global company, we see the diversity of our employees as a genuine strength. A strength that we will only really leverage if we ensure that our employees sincerely feel that they can bring their true selves to work every day.
We're committed to attracting the best possible person for every vacancy irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK.
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: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Nightshift Yard Person roles across DHL Supply Chain'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 Shipping & Trucking.
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 £27,830 - £27,830 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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