Warehouse Night Shift Operative

About the role

Join a well‑established logistics business as a Night Shift Operative, handling air cargo and freight in a fast‑paced warehouse environment. You will work 12‑hour night shifts on a 4‑on‑4‑off roster, ensuring safe handling, storage and movement of diverse cargo.

Key responsibilities

• Safely handle chilled, frozen and ambient goods.
• Operate counter‑balance forklift trucks (1.5‑8 tonnes) to load, unload and stack pallets.
• Pick, pack, split and sort shipments accurately.
• Build, sort and stack aircraft pallets according to operational requirements.
• Record pallet movements using the warehouse management system and generate documentation.
• Maintain accurate electronic and manual stock records.
• Collaborate with office and operations teams to meet daily workload targets.
• Follow health‑and‑safety procedures and keep the warehouse clean and organised.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years warehouse experience, preferably in air freight or cargo.
• Valid B1 Counterbalance Forklift Licence (B2 advantageous).
• Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, flexible and committed to health‑and‑safety standards.

Required skills

• B1 Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Operation of counterbalance forklift trucks (1.5‑8 tonnes)
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operation
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) usage

What we offer

• Starting salary £30,000 per annum, rising to £32,500 after probation.
• 4‑on‑4‑off night shift pattern (7 pm‑7 am).
• Overtime opportunities during peak periods.
• 20 days paid annual leave.
• Company pension scheme, PPE allowance and uniform provision.