Workshop Supervisor-HMP Birmingham
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. DHL scores B on the Alion truth index.
Pay Rate: £30,246.00
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday - Friday Working Hours
Location: HMP Birmingham
PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within a prison. You will be required to undergo an enhanced security vetting process if you are to be successful for this position.
Did you know that DHL, an award-winning leading supply chain business, also runs warehouses inside of prisons? On a weekly basis, inmates across the UK have the opportunity to order basics goods, like shampoo and chocolate, that they pay for with their own funds. At DHL, we manage the picking, packing and distribution of these orders.
No two days on our HMPPS contract are the same! As a Warehouse Supervisor, you will play an integral role in the prisoners' lives, working with a diverse team to support their rehabilitation.
WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?
- Assisting the Warehouse Manager with the day-to-day running of the warehouse operation (based on-site at the prison)
- Line management of the Warehouse Team Leaders and overall supervision of the prisoners whilst they are at work
- Ensuring compliance to Health & Safety as well as prison rules and regulations
- Staff training and inductions
- Meeting and exceeding operational targets
WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?
- Current three years of UK address history (mandatory for enhanced security clearance)
- The ability to work in a prison environment, alongside inmates
- Previous experience leading, managing or supervising a team
- IT literate to enable accurate and timely reporting
- Have a can-do attitude, right first time and passionate approach
- Enhanced security clearance is a mandatory requirement for this role
WHY CHOOSE US?
As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:
- Free confidential 24/7 GP service
- Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
- Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
- 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits
OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION?
We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity
BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE?
DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.