Air Cargo Warehouse Agent – Heathrow (Forklift Licensed)

Right Now Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Group is recruiting for Warehouse Cargo Agents to join a leading cargo ground handling company at Heathrow Airport. You will work in a busy warehouse environment with airline partners to ensure air cargo is handled safely, securely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading freight with counterbalance forklifts, processing cargo documentation and assisting with ULD build-up/breakdown.

Qualifications

• A valid counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Previous warehouse, freight handling or air cargo experience would be advantageous.
• Experience operating material handling equipment within a busy warehouse environment is desirable.
• Good attention to detail when checking cargo, handling documentation and identifying discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures, including safe manual handling.
• Reliable, flexible and comfortable working a rotating day and night shift pattern.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high standards of security and operational accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles carrying a variety of air cargo using counterbalance forklifts and other mechanical handling equipment.
• Carry out manual handling duties as required, ensuring freight is handled safely and securely.
• Use handheld scanners and warehouse systems to locate, identify and track cargo accurately.
• Process cargo documentation and operational paperwork in line with company and airline requirements.
• Assist with the build-up and breakdown of ULDs, including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing cargo for damage, discrepancies or other issues, reporting concerns to the appropriate team.
• Ensure cargo is labelled, stored and positioned correctly within the warehouse.
• Work closely with warehouse colleagues, supervisors and airline representatives to ensure cargo movements are completed efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, security and organisation throughout all warehouse operations.
• Follow all company procedures relating to health and safety, cargo security and manual handling.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Attention to detail

Teamworking

Health & safety

Job description

Right Now Group is recruiting for Warehouse Cargo Agents to join a leading cargo ground handling company at Heathrow Airport. You will work in a busy warehouse environment with airline partners to ensure air cargo is handled safely, securely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading freight with counterbalance forklifts, processing cargo documentation and assisting with ULD build-up/breakdown.