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Warehouse Employee at DHL Freight

As a warehouse employee at DHL Freight, you are responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the daily logistics processes at the terminal in Houten. You work in a dynamic environment where speed and accuracy come together. As a wareh

Warehouse Employee at DHL Freight in Utrecht is most relevant for students who want Full Time and a commute that fits campus life around Utrecht University and HU.

Employer
Easy Way
Location
Houten, Utrecht, Utrecht
Pay
Not listed
Hours
Full Time
Language
Dutch may be required
Posted
16 Aug 2026
Open until
Not listed
As a DHL Freight Warehouse Employee, you are responsible for ensuring that the daily logistics processes at the terminal in Houten run smoothly. You work in a dynamic environment where speed and accuracy come together.
As a DHL Freight Warehouse Employee, you ensure that trucks are loaded and unloaded correctly and that shipments reach the right place. You perform physical work, maintain an overview, and contribute to a safe and efficient logistics process.
Your duties include:
  • Loading and unloading trucks at the terminal
  • Moving and checking shipments internally
  • Scanning goods and correctly loading trucks
  • Working with colleagues to ensure the process runs smoothly
  • Working according to safety and quality guidelines
You work as a DHL Freight Warehouse Employee in a 3-shift system with rotating shifts:
  • Morning shift from 07:00 to 15:30
  • Afternoon shift from 16:00 to 00:30
  • Night shift from 23:00 to 07:30
As a DHL Freight Warehouse Employee, you work in a structured environment with a close-knit team and receive a temporary contract with future prospects.

What we offer you
  • An hourly wage starting at €15,61, with allowances of 30% for evening and night shifts and 50% for Saturdays.
  • A temporary contract with the prospect of a permanent contract at DHL Freight after 6 months.
  • Full-time employment of 40 hours per week in a 3-shift system.
  • An intensive onboarding program of 1-2 weeks with a dedicated buddy and daily guidance.
  • Access to ergonomic aids and a safe working environment to limit physical strain.
  • Working in a close-knit and diverse team at a modern terminal in Houten.

Requirements
  • At least MBO level 2 and logistics work experience required.
  • Willingness to work in a 3-shift system.
  • Physically able to lift packages weighing up to 20 kg.
  • Valid forklift certificate with at least 2 years' experience.
  • Living in the Houten, Nieuwegein, or Utrecht region.

About the company

DHL Freight is part of DHL Group, the world's largest logistics service provider. We provide reliable and efficient road transport within Europe. At our terminal in Houten, we work together to ensure that shipments reach their destination safely and on time every day.

Easy Way Transport & Logistiek (formerly Start People Transport) is your reliable partner in finding a suitable career in the transport and logistics sector. With more than 25 years of experience, we are a proven link between you and our potential employers. Whether you are looking for work as a bus driver, truck driver (C or CE), hiker, courier or in logistics, we are here for you.

Good to know before applying

Warehouse Employee at DHL Freight at Easy Way can be compared with other transport & logistics roles around Utrecht Central, Janskerkhof, Utrecht Science Park and the city centre. Students near Utrecht University and HU should weigh commute time, evening or weekend availability, and whether shifts fit exam periods.

  • This role may require Dutch, so applicants should check the language expectations before applying.
  • The listed pay starts around EUR 14.99 per hour.
  • For international students, make sure BSN, housing registration and work eligibility are clear before payroll starts.