This isn’t just any job... up to 300 new festive roles available at distribution centre ahead of store’s Christmas rush
AROUND 300 jobs are currently up for grabs at Marks and Spencer’s East Midlands distribution centre.
Based in Castle Donington, the firm will be taking on 300 new warehouse operatives on part-time and full-time contracts until the end of December 2021.
The retailer says that this major recruitment drive will create new roles that will support the region’s distribution centre through the peak season in the run-up to Christmas.
Robert Davies, head of M&S Castle Donington said: “The roles will have an important part to play in making sure that even in our very busiest time of the year, we deliver exceptional service for our customers and their families in the run-up to Christmas.”
The new starters will work across the whole distribution line, helping to pick and pack Christmas orders for delivery across the nation.
There is also opportunity for successful candidates to join the team on a permanent basis or on recurring contracts based on recruitment needs.
M&S is offering £10.05 per hour between now and Friday, December 31, 2021 for operatives applying
directly via the M&S recruitment partner Staffline.
There are also opportunities to earn 25% more during premium shifts taking place between 10pm – 6am.
Mr Davies added: “We are really pleased to be offer these new and exciting opportunities for local workers in the East Midlands to join our team at Castle Donington.”
Additionally, employees will have access to the on-site restaurant and subsidised bus travel to the site provided by Staffline, picking up from Nottingham, Long Eaton and Derby.
Robert said: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming visitors to the distribution centre on our Open Day on Sunday, September 19. I’d encourage anyone who’d like to know more about the roles or what it’s like to work here to drop in so they can see our site for themselves and meet some of our team members.”
The open day is taking place between 10am- 2pm. Alternatively, contact Staffline for details.