Gatehouse Operative

Job Description

Our General Manager Security is looking to recruit reliable and dedicated Gatehouse Operative.

Effective Gatehouse operations play a vital role within the UK Operation, given the nature of our business and our commitment to providing outstanding customer service. 

Key Duties and Accountabilities will include

• Ensuring that only authorised vehicles (DPD, Subcontractors and delivery vehicles) are given access and egress to the site

• Communicating to other departments within the business with reference to vehicle movements

• Physical checks of vehicle details and seals 

• Ensuring that all reported empty trailers arriving & departing are physically checked.

• Ensuring that trailer locking systems are working effectively

• Working as part of a team to deliver excellent gatehouse security and customer service.

• Coordinating activities between contractors, employees and visitors.

• Liaising with emergency services and other third-party organisations.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

Previous experience in a similar position would be advantageous but full training will be provided.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are critical to succeed in this role as are excellent interpersonal skills as you will be dealing with, staff, international drivers and visitors on a daily basis. You will be someone with a responsible and trustworthy attitude who takes pride in your day to day work

We will also expect you to have 

• The ability to use initiative and follow procedures and guidelines

• A professional appearance and attitude at times

• Flexibility towards working hours as working hours are varied to fit in with the current shift roster

• Proactive and supportive team player.

• Demonstrate the core values of DPD DNA – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability

• Have excellent computer skills

• Ability to work between two hub locations at short notice is required

Additional Information

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
• Free onsite parking for all employees
• Health Kiosks visiting every location 
• Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off your weekly supermarket shop
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses

Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities. 

If you identify with our aims and values and can deliver a best in class customer experience, then this is the job for you! Apply today.