Logistics Operative

Msd; Wootton Bridge; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural steel contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee the handling and distribution of aircraft materials. You'll be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy and ensuring compliance with safety and quality regulations. Candidates should possess Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, have forklift operation experience, and be willing to work in a physically demanding environment. This position offers a competitive reward package and development pathways in a dynamic aviation context.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

Ongoing compliance training

Clear pathways for internal development

Travel-related benefits

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications (or equivalent) required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Airside Pass necessary.
• Medical fitness for a physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Receive, quality-check, store, and dispatch materials.
• Deliver materials across airside and landside locations.
• Operate forklifts and maintain stock control.

Skills

Ability to operate forklifts

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT literacy

Commitment to safety

Education

Level 2 qualifications including Maths and English

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Logistics Manager – Structural Steel Contractor

Location: West London | Salary: £50,000

Responsibilities

• Receive, quality‑check, issue, store, and dispatch aircraft materials and tooling in accordance with approved technical procedures
• Deliver and distribute aircraft materials across airside and landside locations to support engineering operations
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment for loading, unloading, and storage activities
• Maintain high standards of storekeeping, stock control, and housekeeping at all times
• Conduct cyclic stock audits to ensure inventory accuracy
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality legislation
• Transact material movements accurately using enterprise systems (e.g. SAP)
• Support compliance with Dangerous Goods and Road Transportation regulations where applicable
• Exercise personal responsibility to maintain safe working practices and prevent harm to self and others
• Complete all mandatory and role‑specific training requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications (or equivalent), including Maths and English
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Airside Pass
• Ability to obtain a Counterbalance Forklift Licence and additional material handling licences (training provided)
• Medical fitness to undertake a physical role involving repetitive and sometimes heavy lifting
• Willingness and flexibility to work a shift‑based pattern
• IT literacy with the ability to learn and use logistics and inventory systems

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing, logistics, or supply chain operations
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems
• Full UK driving licence (Category B, manual) with a minimum of 12 months' experience and no more than three penalty points
• Ability to obtain an Airside Driving Permit
• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods and road transportation regulations
• IATA and/or ADR Dangerous Goods certification
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
• Ability to work to operational targets and deadlines
• Audit awareness and process discipline
• Customer‑focused mindset within a high‑pressure operational environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction programme (up to four weeks) including health & safety, forklift training, systems training, and on‑the‑job shadowing
• Ongoing compliance and refresher training
• Clear pathways for internal development and progression across a large engineering organisation
• Competitive reward package, including travel‑related benefits
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced aviation environment supporting global operations, shift‑based role operating 24/7, 365 days per year
• Physically demanding position involving manual handling and material movement