Cargo Warehouse Operative

Right Now Group; Kingston near Lewes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Group are recruiting for a large cargo ground handler at Heathrow, who are looking for an experienced Cargo Warehouse Operative with Counterbalance Forklift experience.

You will load and unload vehicles, carry out manual handling duties, and process cargo paperwork in a busy airport environment. The role includes rotating day and night shifts (4 On / 4 Off) with a salary of £32,000–£33,000 and a DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift experience essential.
• Warehouse or cargo handling experience desirable.
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety procedures.
• Ability to carry out manual handling duties in a busy warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles using Counterbalance Forklift trucks and other equipment.
• Carry out manual handling duties safely and efficiently.
• Use hand-held devices to locate and identify cargo.
• Process cargo paperwork according to client requirements.
• Assist with breaking and building ULDs (PAGs, PMCs, AKEs).
• Check incoming cargo for discrepancies and damage during unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in the warehouse.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Warehouse experience

Health & safety

Manual handling

DBS check

Job description

Cargo Warehouse Operative

Right Now Group are recruiting for a large cargo ground handler at Heathrow, who are looking for an experienced Cargo Warehouse Operative with previous Counterbalance Forklift experience.

Key Responsibilities of a Cargo Warehouse Operative

• Load and unload vehicles carrying a variety of cargo using Counterbalance Forklift trucks and other mechanical equipment.
• Carry out manual handling duties safely and efficiently.
• Use hand-held devices to locate and identify cargo.
• Process cargo paperwork in accordance with client requirements.
• Assist with the breaking and building of ULDs, including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs.
• Check incoming cargo for discrepancies, damage or any areas of concern during unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout the warehouse environment.

Skills & Experience Required for a Cargo Warehouse Operative

• Previous Counterbalance Forklift experience is essential.
• Previous warehouse or cargo handling experience is desirable.
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety procedures.
• Ability to carry out manual handling duties within a busy warehouse environment.
• Ability to work a rotating day and night shift pattern.
• Ability to successfully complete a 5-year checkable employment/education history.
• Ability to successfully complete a DBS check.

Salary & Benefits for a Cargo Warehouse Operative

• Salary: £32,000 - £33,000.
• Location: Heathrow.
• Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off.
• 2 Days: 06:30 - 18:30
• 2 Nights: 18:30 - 06:30.
• Opportunity to work within a prestigious cargo ground handling operation.
• Work alongside leading airline partners within a busy airport environment.
• Suitable candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.