Warehouse Cargo Agent

Right Now Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Group is recruiting for Warehouse Cargo Agents to join a leading cargo ground handling company at Heathrow Airport. You will work in a busy warehouse environment with airline partners to ensure air cargo is handled safely, securely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading freight with counterbalance forklifts, processing cargo documentation and assisting with ULD build-up/breakdown.

Qualifications

• A valid counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Previous warehouse, freight handling or air cargo experience would be advantageous.
• Experience operating material handling equipment within a busy warehouse environment is desirable.
• Good attention to detail when checking cargo, handling documentation and identifying discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures, including safe manual handling.
• Reliable, flexible and comfortable working a rotating day and night shift pattern.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high standards of security and operational accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles carrying a variety of air cargo using counterbalance forklifts and other mechanical handling equipment.
• Carry out manual handling duties as required, ensuring freight is handled safely and securely.
• Use handheld scanners and warehouse systems to locate, identify and track cargo accurately.
• Process cargo documentation and operational paperwork in line with company and airline requirements.
• Assist with the build-up and breakdown of ULDs, including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing cargo for damage, discrepancies or other issues, reporting concerns to the appropriate team.
• Ensure cargo is labelled, stored and positioned correctly within the warehouse.
• Work closely with warehouse colleagues, supervisors and airline representatives to ensure cargo movements are completed efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, security and organisation throughout all warehouse operations.
• Follow all company procedures relating to health and safety, cargo security and manual handling.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Attention to detail

Teamworking

Health & safety

Job description

Warehouse Cargo Agent - Heathrow

Right Now Group are recruiting for Warehouse Cargo Agents to join a leading cargo ground handling company based at Heathrow Airport.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious ground handling organisation, working within a busy warehouse environment alongside major airline partners to ensure air cargo is handled safely, securely and efficiently.

The successful candidates will be responsible for handling incoming and outgoing freight, operating warehouse equipment, processing cargo documentation and supporting the build-up and breakdown of Unit Load Devices (ULDs). Previous warehouse or air cargo experience would be advantageous, and a valid counterbalance forklift licence is essential.

Salary, Location & Working Hours

• Salary: £32,000-£33,000 per annum.
• Location: Heathrow Airport.
• Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, consisting of 2 day shifts followed by 2 night shifts.
• Day Shifts: 06:30-18:30.
• Night Shifts: 18:30-06:30.

Key Responsibilities of a Warehouse Cargo Agent

• Load and unload vehicles carrying a variety of air cargo using counterbalance forklifts and other mechanical handling equipment.
• Carry out manual handling duties as required, ensuring freight is handled safely and securely.
• Use handheld scanners and warehouse systems to locate, identify and track cargo accurately.
• Process cargo documentation and operational paperwork in line with company and airline requirements.
• Assist with the build-up and breakdown of ULDs, including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing cargo for damage, discrepancies or other issues, reporting concerns to the appropriate team.
• Ensure cargo is labelled, stored and positioned correctly within the warehouse.
• Work closely with warehouse colleagues, supervisors and airline representatives to ensure cargo movements are completed efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, security and organisation throughout all warehouse operations.
• Follow all company procedures relating to health and safety, cargo security and manual handling.

Skills & Experience Required for a Warehouse Cargo Agent

• A valid counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Previous warehouse, freight handling or air cargo experience would be advantageous.
• Experience operating material handling equipment within a busy warehouse environment is desirable.
• Good attention to detail when checking cargo, handling documentation and identifying discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures, including safe manual handling.
• Reliable, flexible and comfortable working a rotating day and night shift pattern.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high standards of security and operational accuracy.

Pre-Employment Security Checks

Due to the nature of the role and the airport environment, successful candidates must be able to complete the required pre-employment checks, including:

• A full five-year checkable employment and education history.
• A DBS criminal record check.
• Any additional airport security screening required for the position.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career in air cargo and warehouse operations hold a valid counterbalance forklift licence and are comfortable working rotating day and night shifts.