Airside Driving & Warehouse Operative

GBA Logistics; Crawley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Crawley is seeking an Airside Driving & Warehouse Operative. The role involves ensuring compliance with aviation security, loading vehicles, and managing deliveries. The company offers competitive pay, career growth, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Holiday loyalty scheme

Company health care scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years driving experience, preferably airside.
• Full UK Driving Licence with less than 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with aviation security protocols.
• Load and secure items onto delivery vehicles.
• Manage time and route planning for workload completion.

Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

COMPANY GBA Logistics - Global Solutions

JOB TITLE: Airside Driving & Warehouse Operative

SHIFTS: 4 on 4 off shift pattern, 07:00AM - 19:00PM

SALARY: £26,208 - 28,392 per year

BASE: Luton

GBA Global Solutions provides 24/7/365 UK national and global coverage from two main control centres and two hubs, focusing on domestic and European aerospace & airside logistics services (branded as ‘GBA Skyway’), and global forwarding.

GBA Global Solutions is part of the GBA Logistics group, which has been delivering logistics solutions since 1987. It is a leading family-owned logistics company, ranked among the top 50 Logistics Companies in the UK with an annual turnover exceeding £100m.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure 100% compliance with aviation security protocols for all deliveries and collections processed through your facility.
2. Load and secure items onto delivery vehicles (including your own).
3. Security screen items to Cabin Baggage or Known Cargo status.
4. Manage time, route planning, and communication to ensure workload completion.
5. Plan and dispatch loads, including using Transport Management System and liaising with drivers requiring assistance during their duties.

About You

1. Ability to work within a small team and on own initiative.
2. Minimum 3 years driving experience (preferably airside, but not essential).
3. Full UK Driving Licence with less than 6 penalty points.
4. Five-year checkable employment history with no employment gaps exceeding 28 days.
5. Right to work in the UK and no disqualifying convictions for working airside.

What We Can Offer

1. Long-term career with a stable market leader.
2. Holiday loyalty scheme.
3. Company health care scheme.
4. Learning and development opportunities.

Employee Testimonials

"Family values are truly at the core of our company. We do our utmost for staff, exemplified by allowing a driver to take their granddaughter to prom in a company vehicle, supporting charity events, and engaging with staff to solve problems."

"Competitive PAYE rates, cycle-to-work scheme, employee health care, and a supportive HR team. We foster a family-like atmosphere and team-building activities."

"A great place to work with good pay, progression opportunities, and a focus on employee growth."

"Feeling part of the business family helped me settle in quickly and feel included."

"Management is friendly and supportive, respecting employees. HR is welcoming and committed to development. GBA offers flexibility and promotes work-life balance."

GBA Logistics is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion, recognizing that varied backgrounds, cultures, and experiences contribute to our success. Our recruitment process is fair and supportive; for reasonable adjustments, contact [e-mail].