Warehouse operative day shift 4 on 4 off

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced WAREHOUSE operative to join a well-established and growing air freight operation based in the Heathrow area.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in air cargo warehousing who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering excellent operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manual handling of a variety of cargo, including chilled, frozen and ambient freight.
  • Loading and unloading vehicles, from vans through to articulated lorries.
  • Operating counterbalance forklift trucks (1.5t–8t).
  • Picking, packing, sorting and splitting shipments accurately and efficiently.
  • Building, sorting and managing aircraft pallet stocks.
  • Maintaining accurate warehouse stock records and completing associated paperwork.
  • Using warehouse systems to log stock movements.
  • Working closely with the operations team to ensure smooth day-to-day running.
  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety.

Requirements

  • Previous experience within the Air Freight/Air Cargo industry is essential.
  • Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence (B1).
  • B2 FLT Licence would be advantageous but is not essential.


  • 4 on, 4 off shift pattern 7.00am -7pm
  • Excellent overtime opportunities during peak periods and holiday cover.
  • 20 days annual leave.
  • Company pension.
  • Long-term career opportunity within a stable and growing business.
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