Job Description
Drive Operational Excellence with DSV
At DSV, we move more than freight—we move the world. As one of the global leaders in transport and logistics with 160,000 employees in over 90 countries, we are committed to performance, innovation, and customer success. Join us at our Brackmills warehouse as a Team Lead and play a key role in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
The Role: Team Lead – Warehouse
As a Team Lead, you’ll be responsible for the smooth running of a specific section within our warehouse operations. You will support management with day-to-day warehouse activities and lead a team of operatives, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are consistently achieved.
This is a critical position that requires a proactive and hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic logistics setting.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
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Oversee daily operations within your assigned warehouse area to meet productivity, quality, and customer expectations.
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Train new warehouse operatives and ensure consistent skill development across your team.
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Ensure accurate inventory control, recording stock movements and participating in regular stock takes.
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Monitor system accuracy, recommend process improvements, and ensure reports and data are current and precise.
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Enforce safety procedures, cleanliness standards, and equipment maintenance.
People Management
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Supervise and motivate a team of warehouse operatives to perform at high standards.
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Coordinate workloads, set priorities, and ensure operational targets and KPIs are met.
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Manage attendance, performance reviews, return-to-work interviews, and welfare meetings.
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Communicate goals, expectations, and updates to your team regularly and effectively.
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Provide cover for management during leave or absence when needed.
Stakeholder Collaboration
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Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport companies to ensure timely, accurate service.
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Collaborate closely with warehouse supervisors and managers to share updates and resolve issues.
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Promote DSV’s values and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and productive work environment.
What You’ll Bring
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Proven experience as a Warehouse Team Leader or similar supervisory role in a logistics environment.
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Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
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Knowledge of warehouse systems, health & safety regulations, and manual handling practices.
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Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
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IT proficiency, especially with spreadsheets and warehouse management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
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GCSEs A–C / NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
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Supervisory qualification and/or warehousing certification (e.g., Dangerous Goods Handling).
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Forklift Truck licence (preferred but not essential).
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Familiarity with lean warehouse techniques and continuous improvement processes.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary package
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Enhanced annual leave from day one, increasing with length of service.
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Life insurance and probate support.
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Eyecare voucher scheme
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Salary sacrifice schemes for ultra-low emissions vehicles and cycles.
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WeCare & LifeWorks Apps – mental & physical wellbeing support, cashback rewards, GP access.
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Clear career path in a global organization with outstanding training and development opportunities.
Join the Movement
At DSV, we believe in growing together. This is more than just a job — it’s your opportunity to shape the future of logistics while building a long-term, fulfilling career. If you’re ready to step up, lead a team, and make a tangible impact, start here and go anywhere with DSV.