Forklift Operative

Right Now Group; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £32,000-£33,000

4 On / 4 Off shifts

Airport cargo ground handling

Job summary

Right Now Group is recruiting for a large cargo ground handler at Heathrow, seeking an experienced Forklift Operator with counterbalance forklift experience to join a prestigious operation. You will be working in a busy warehouse environment, handling cargo for airline partners and ensuring cargo is processed safely and securely on a global scale.

The role includes a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern with 06:30–18:30 and 18:30–06:30 blocks, and requires a DBS check.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles carrying cargo 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 in accordance with client requirements.
• Assist with breaking and building of ULDs, including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs.
• Check incoming cargo for discrepancies, damage or areas of concern during unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout the warehouse environment.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Health & safety procedures

Manual handling

Rotating day/night shifts

5-year checkable history

DBS check

Job description

Forklift Operator

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

You will be joining a prestigious Ground Handler within a dynamic and busy warehouse environment, working alongside airline partners to ensure cargo is handled safely and securely around the world.

Key Responsibilities of a Forklift Operator

• 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 Forklift Operator

• 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 Forklift Operator

• 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.