Job Title: Airfreight Warehouse Operative Location: Southall Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor / Warehouse Manager Shift: Tuesday to Sunday OR Monday to Saturday Salary: £25-30k Job Summary: The Airfreight Warehouse Operative is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of an airfreight warehouse. This role involves handling incoming and outgoing shipments, preparing freight for transport, and ensuring compliance with all safety and security regulations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Freight Handling: oLoad and unload airfreight shipments manually or using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. oSort, label, and organize shipments to ensure efficient processing and tracking. oPrepare and secure freight for transport, including wrapping, palletizing, and strapping as necessary. Inventory and Documentation: oConduct accurate counts of inventory and update warehouse management systems (WMS) to ensure proper tracking of goods. oComplete all required paperwork and documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments, including labeling and manifesting. Safety and Compliance: oFollow all safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure a safe working environment. oEnsure compliance with all regulatory and company security requirements, including Dangerous Goods handling if applicable. oReport any safety hazards, damaged goods, or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor promptly. Equipment Operation and Maintenance: oOperate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling tools. oConduct basic equipment checks and report any maintenance needs to ensure equipment is kept in good working condition. Teamwork and Communication: oWork closely with team members to ensure shipments are processed efficiently and in a timely manner. oCommunicate any issues or delays to the supervisor to maintain smooth warehouse operations. oAssist with other warehouse tasks as assigned, including general housekeeping to maintain a clean and organized workspace. Qualifications and Skills: Experience: oPrevious warehouse or logistics experience is preferred, ideally in an airfreight or fast-paced environment. oForklift certification (or willingness to obtain one) is preferred. Skills and Abilities: oStrong attention to detail and organizational skills. oAbility to work efficiently under time constraints and adapt to shifting priorities. oGood communication skills and a cooperative attitude for working in a team environment. oBasic computer skills for updating inventory and tracking shipments. Work Environment: This role is based in an airfreight warehouse, where quick turnaround times and adherence to safety protocols are essential. The environment is fast-paced. If you have not heard back from us within 7 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful