Pre Brief Operative
LOCATION: DPD Durham - Unit 18, Cathedral Park, Belmont, Durham, DH1 1TFReady to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for reliable Pre Brief Operatives to join our team. DPD. We are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving.DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.Why DPD? (The Good Stuff) We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:Pay: £12.71ph - Overtime paid at enhanced rateStability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading.Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary). Contract Type: Permanent – 35 Hours Per WeekDays of Work: Monday - FridayHours of Work: 07:00 - 14:30What You’ll Be DoingNo two days are the same here. You’ll be the essential link between our drivers, our warehouse, and our tech:Tech Management & Logistics: You’re the guardian of our "Saturn" handheld devices. You’ll manage the check-in/out process for the warehouse team, ensuring every unit is accounted for, fully charged, and updated. If a device is acting up, you’ll log the repairs to keep the operation moving without a glitch.Data Guru: You’ll navigate our internal "Universe" system and Google Docs like a pro. Your mission is to maintain real-time data accuracy, ensuring that every entry is precise so the depot runs like a well-oiled machine, answering any calls to drivers struggling on road.Driver Onboarding & Checks: You’ll be the welcoming face and first point of contact for our agency drivers. Your mission is to handle their onboarding seamlessly, conducting all essential checks and ensuring full compliance before they can hit the road.Training & Development: You are our on-the-ground coach. Alongside your daily duties, you'll deliver crucial site safety and operational training to new warehouse staff and drivers, making sure everyone is set up for safe success from day one.Safety & Standards: You’ll help keep the vibe professional and safe by maintaining an organized workspace and following health and safety protocols to protect yourself and the team. What You BringWe aren't just looking for a checklist of skills; we’re looking for someone who matches our energy. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:A Sharp Eye for Detail: You’re the type of perso...