Cargo Services Warehouse Operatives (Perishable Goods)

Prestwick Spaceport; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast-paced aviation environment

Shift pattern roster

Training and development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Glasgow Prestwick Airport is recruiting Cargo Services Warehouse Operatives (Perishable Goods) to support the expansion of our cargo operations, with a focus on fresh salmon shipments. You will help ensure goods are received, stored and dispatched in full compliance with airline requirements and regulatory obligations.

We offer a fast-paced aviation environment with shift patterns, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture to help you perform safely and accurately.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated reliability and attention to safety and procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-moving cargo environment.
• Willingness to perform manual handling tasks and follow strict standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving, unloading, checking, and storing perishable export cargo
• Move shipments safely using pallet trucks
• Label cargo (e.g. salmon boxes) with correct AWB documentation
• Prepare shipments for screening and export build processes
• Build and handle cargo onto aircraft pallets following airline requirements
• Prepare pallets using polythene and absorbent sheeting
• Assemble, load, weigh, secure, and cover export cargo using industry equipment (nets, straps, etc)
• Identify and report damaged cargo, completing required documentation
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and a safe working environment
• Monitor cargo shortages and report discrepancies
• Assist with breaking down import pallets
• Operate equipment such as polythene bailers safely

Skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Team player

Manual handling

Flexibility

Tools

Pallet trucks

Weighing scales

Job description

About The Role

We are recruiting for Cargo Services Warehouse Operatives (Perishable Goods) to join our team at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, supporting the continued expansion of our cargo operations. Our Cargo Services team play a vital role in keeping global supply chains moving.

As a key member of the team, you will contribute to the safe, secure, and efficient handling of perishable import and export cargo, with particular emphasis on fresh salmon shipments. This position offers an opportunity to play an important role in maintaining high operational standards, ensuring all goods are prepared, stored, and dispatched in full compliance with airline requirements and regulatory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving, unloading, checking, and storing perishable export cargo
• Move shipments safely using pallet trucks
• Label cargo (e.g. salmon boxes) with correct AWB documentation
• Prepare shipments for screening and export build processes
• Build and handle cargo onto aircraft pallets following airline requirements
• Prepare pallets using polythene and absorbent sheeting
• Assemble, load, weigh, secure, and cover export cargo using industry equipment (nets, straps, etc)
• Identify and report damaged cargo, completing required documentation
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and a safe working environment
• Monitor cargo shortages and report discrepancies
• Assist with breaking down import pallets
• Operate equipment such as polythene bailers safely

Safety, Security & Compliance

• Follow all health & safety regulations and airport procedures
• Maintain a strong awareness of cargo security requirements
• Ensure only authorised personnel access bonded facilities
• Support incident/accident investigations when required
• Handle all data in line with Data Protection regulations
• Maintain Level 1 security competence standards

What We’re Looking For

• We welcome applications from individuals who demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence
• Strong team player with a positive, flexible attitude
• Ability to work rotational shifts, including weekend and night working
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Good attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to follow strict procedures and compliance standards
• Previous warehouse or cargo experience (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced aviation environment
• Shift pattern working roster
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive team culture

Join the team at Glasgow Prestwick Airport and become part of a dynamic and diverse workforce dedicated to excellence in aviation services.

Additional Information

This role requires flexibility, as duties may vary in line with business needs. You are responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others at all times.

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to applying equal opportunities at all stages of our recruitment and selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be made to our recruitment process to ensure that no applicant is disadvantaged.

Closing Date: Monday 24th August 2026