Uniserve
Warehouse Operative
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About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and safety-conscious Warehouse Shift Operative to join our dynamic Air Freight team. You will play a vital role in ensuring freight is received, handled, stored, and dispatched safely, efficiently, and in line with aviation security, HMRC, and health & safety regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with warehouse or logistics experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high standards of accuracy, safety, and customer service.
Please note that this is a permanent night shift position, working 6:00pm to 6:00am on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, process, handle, and dispatch air freight in accordance with customer requirements and company procedures.
- Load, unload, and move freight safely and efficiently throughout the warehouse.
- Ensure all shipments are correctly identified, labelled, and supported by accurate documentation.
- Carry out daily equipment and safety checks, reporting any defects immediately.
- Operate material handling equipment (MHE) safely and responsibly where authorised.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, ensuring work areas remain clean, organised, and safe.
- Follow all company policies, standard operating procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Adhere to aviation security, HMRC, and health & safety regulations at all times.
- Report damaged, missing, or discrepant freight without delay.
- Escalate any safety, operational, or compliance concerns to supervisors and management.
- Support the achievement of operational targets, service levels, and dispatch deadlines.
- Contribute to a positive safety-first culture by reporting hazards, incidents, and near-misses.
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What We're Looking For
- Previous warehouse or cargo handling experience within an air freight environment.
- A strong commitment to health and safety and following procedures.
- Excellent attention to detail, particularly when handling documentation, freight labelling, and shipment checks.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A reliable and professional approach with excellent timekeeping and attendance.
- Willingness to work permanent night shifts on a 4 on / 4 off rota.
- Ability to undertake manual handling duties and work in an active warehouse environment.
- Experience operating warehouse equipment or forklifts would be beneficial, although training may be provided.
- A proactive attitude with the confidence to identify and report safety or operational issues.
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Benefits
Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:
- Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment.
- Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
- Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered.
- Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us.
- Free Eye Test and up to £69 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision.
- Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you.
- Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.
- Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
- Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters.
- Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us.
- Group Life Policy: We've got you covered.
- Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport
- Flexible Career Pathway: Grow with us!
- Supply Chain Academy: We create, deliver, and manage learning that strengthens our organisation and the wider supply chain.
- Enhanced Holiday Scheme: We believe loyalty should be rewarded.
- Apprenticeships: Earn while you learn we offer apprenticeships that build talent in vital areas like technology, people, finance, operations, and much more.
- Private Health Care: We are committed to your wellbeing.
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