Job Description

Location:

LHR Cargo Terminals, Heathrow Villages (Greater London)

Work Location:

On the road / Airside Cargo Terminals

Date Posted:

Pay Rate

12.50

Job Types

Full-time Permanent Temp to Perm Contract Length: 4 months

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting

Warehouse Operatives

to support

night-shift operation

s at London Heathrow Cargo Terminals*. This role involves handling, preparing, and processing cargo in a fast-paced, regulated warehouse environment while ensuring full compliance with client, safety, and aviation security requirements.

Candidates must be physically fit, detail-oriented, and able to communicate clearly in English, as the role involves the use of hand-held scanning devices and processing operational documentation.

Core Responsibilities

Cargo Handling & Warehouse Operations

Locate, identify, and track cargo using

hand-held scanners and electronic warehouse systems

Prepare cargo for storage or dispatch, including

sorting, wrapping, labelling, and palletising

Build, break down, and reconfigure pallets

for inbound and outbound shipments Handle

special or sensitive cargo products

, following all relevant procedures and handling guidelines

Documentation & Compliance

Accurately complete and process

warehouse and client documentation

Ensure all paperwork meets

client, aviation, and regulatory requirements

Follow strict security, safety, and compliance protocols at all times

Manual Handling & Physical Work

Perform

manual handling duties

, including lifting goods typically ranging from

23kg to 30kg

Maintain safe working practices in line with manual handling guidelines Manual handling training is

preferred

but will be

provided

if required

Essential Requirements

Ability to

work night shifts regularly

Valid DBS certificate issued within the last 10 weeks (mandatory)

Full 5-year employment history

available for aviation security vetting

Right to Work in the UK

(UK preferred, IRL acceptable) Good level of

spoken and written English

Able to read, understand, and follow process paperwork Clear communication required when using hand-held devices and systems Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties Willingness to work in a secure, fast-paced cargo environment

Preferred Experience

Minimum

1 year manual handling experience

(preferred, not essential) Previous warehouse, cargo, logistics, or airport experience (advantageous)

Additional Information

Full aviation security vetting is required prior to starting Training will be provided where necessary This role is based at

LHR Cargo Terminals

, Heathrow
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 12.50 per hour

Work Location: In person