Forklift Operative

Right Now Group are currently recruiting for experienced Forklift Operatives / Warehouse Operatives to join our client based near Heathrow. These are exciting temp-to-perm opportunities for experienced warehouse professionals looking to build a long-term career within the aviation and freight logistics industry.

We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 2 years' aviation warehousing experience and a valid forklift licence. Previous X-ray experience would be an advantage or candidates who are willing to be fully trained on the X-ray machine.

Key Responsibilities of a Forklift Operative :

• Operating forklift equipment safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading freight
• Moving and positioning aviation cargo within the warehouse
• Handling and checking freight in line with company procedures
• Supporting the day-to-day warehouse operation
• Operating X-ray equipment following full training
• Ensuring freight is handled safely and securely
• Completing relevant warehouse documentation
• Following all site security, health & safety and operational procedures
• Working as part of a busy aviation logistics team

Shift Patterns:

Friday - Monday 44 hours

• Friday: 10:00 - 20:00
• Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
• Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
• Monday: 10:00 - 20:00

Salary: £29,500 + 20% shift premium
Additional £3,000 salary increase upon successful completion of X-ray training.

OR

Tuesday - Saturday

• Tuesday - Friday: 11:30 - 20:00
• Saturday: 09:00 - 17:30

Salary: £29,500 + 10% shift premium
Additional £3,000 salary increase upon successful completion of X-ray training.

Requirements for Forklift Operative:

• Valid forklift licence

• Minimum 2 years' experience working within aviation warehousing
• Previous X-ray experience is desirable OR willingness to undertake X-ray training
• Previous freight/logistics experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Good understanding of warehouse health & safety

If you have aviation warehouse experience, hold a valid forklift licence and are looking for a long-term opportunity, we want to hear from you!