Forklift Warehouse Operatives (Counterbalance FLT) Heathrow Airport – Cargo Terminals Aviation & Cargo Environment Taylor Stevenson are currently recruiting experienced Counterbalance Forklift Drivers / Warehouse Operatives to join a leading and well-established aviation cargo operation based at Heathrow Airport. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with valid FLT experience who are looking for stable, long-term work within a secure and fast-paced aviation environment. Key Requirements * Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) Certificate – essential * Previous FLT experience within a warehouse or logistics environment * Flexibility to work various shifts * Willingness to undertake FLT assessment conducted by the client’s in-house FLT trainer * Ability to work as part of a team and follow aviation safety procedures Shift Patterns * 4 on / 2 off * 4 on / 4 off * Majority of shifts are nights; however, flexibility for days is required Pay Rates First 12 weeks: * £13.10 per hour After 12 weeks: * £14.00 per hour (standard rate) * £17.00 per hour (Overtime) Duties & Responsibilities As a Forklift Warehouse Operative, your role will include: * Loading and unloading vehicles using a counterbalance forklift * Manual handling of various cargo types * Using hand-held scanners to locate and identify cargo * Processing paperwork in line with client and aviation compliance requirements * Handling special cargo products * Building and breaking down pallets * Preparing and palletising cargo for onward transport * Working in accordance with strict aviation safety and security standards What’s on Offer * Opportunity to work with a well-known aviation cargo business * Long-term, ongoing work with structured pay progression * Professional and secure working environment * Support from an experienced recruitment team specialising in logistics & aviation Interested? Apply now with Taylor Stevenson or contact us today to discuss the role in more detail