Freight Forklift Operative – 3PL/Air Freight (Mon-Fri)

Right Now Group; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Group is seeking an experienced Forklift Operative to support a busy freight warehouse at Heathrow. This hands-on role requires counterbalance forklift experience in a regulated logistics environment and offers Monday to Friday shifts.

You will handle inbound/outbound cargo, use WMS and MS 365, and ensure accurate stock control while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift within a warehouse environment.
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence essential.
• Experience within freight forwarding or 3PL warehouse preferred.
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Microsoft 365.
• Strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours and warehouse duties.
• Understanding of warehouse compliance, security or regulated cargo desirable.
• Ability to pass security checks; previous security training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift to move, load, unload and store goods safely within the warehouse.
• Receive, check, weigh and dimension inbound cargo in line with warehouse procedures.
• Prepare and dispatch outbound shipments, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maintain accurate stock control, ensuring all goods in and out are recorded correctly within the system.
• Use Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and internal systems, including Microsoft 365, to manage inventory and shipments.
• Ensure all cargo is stored correctly and allocated to appropriate warehouse locations.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, maintaining a safe working environment at all times.
• Support the handling and storage of regulated and dangerous goods in line with CAA and compliance standards.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organisation and housekeeping standards.
• Assist with equipment checks and report any faults or damage promptly.
• Adhere to warehouse security procedures, including the handling of known cargo within a regulated environment.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

WMS

Microsoft 365

Numeracy

Teamwork

Tools

WMS

Microsoft 365

Job description

Right Now Group is seeking an experienced Forklift Operative to support a busy freight warehouse at Heathrow. This hands-on role requires counterbalance forklift experience in a regulated logistics environment and offers Monday to Friday shifts.

You will handle inbound/outbound cargo, use WMS and MS 365, and ensure accurate stock control while maintaining safety and compliance standards.