Overview
COMPANY: GBA Logistics - Global Solutions
JOB TITLE: Airside Driving & Warehouse Operative
SALARY: £26,208 - £28,392
BASE: Gatwick Airport
SHIFTS: 4 on 4 off 07:00 - 19:00
Mixed 70% driving and 30% warehouse activity role based at GBA Gatwick Hub. Working within a small team so good team work ethic and ability to work on own.
GBA Logistics has been delivering logistics solutions since 1987 and are a leading family-owned logistics company. We are in the top 50 Logistics Companies in the UK with annual turnover in excess of £75m. With a base in 5 European countries and a growing presence in mainland Europe we are looking for a Data Entry Administrator to play a major role in our Global Solutions team. With our dedicated airside fleet and driving team, GBA Logistics offers a uniquely transparent one-stop-shop in aviation logistics.
We provide customer-tailored services including domestic and international scheduled transport; freight management; UK & European aircraft-on-ground (AOG) dedicated transport; and inventory management. By delivering the ‘last mile’ directly into the hands of the airlines’ line engineers, our team is positioned as the most viable company to offer a global end-to-end solution to support the airline industry in Europe. Our people are our most important asset and are crucial to the success of our business. We are one big family and care passionately about the work we do and the service provided to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
* To ensure 100% Aviation security protocols for all deliveries/collections processing through your facility.
* Load and secure items to delivery vehicles (which could be your own).
* Security Screen items to either Cabin Baggage or Known Cargo Status.
* Time management/route planning and communication to ensure your workload is completed.
* Planning and despatching loads (including via Transport Management System) and liaising with drivers requiring assistance whilst performing their duties.
What we would like from you
* Min 3 years driving experience (preferably Airside but non-essential).
* Full UK Driving Licence with less than 6 points.
* 5 Year checkable employment history (no gaps in employment exceeding 28 consecutive days).
* Right to work in UK & no disqualifying convictions for working airside.
What We Can Offer
* 20 days holiday (inc B/H)
* Medical cash back scheme (Inc Teeth & Eyes!)
* Holiday loyalty scheme
* Cycle to work Scheme
What do our People say?
“Family Values and truly are. Will do utmost for staff: Driver allowed to take granddaughter to prom in vehicle. Supported charity bike ride by supplying vehicle. Engaged with staff for helping with problems.”
“Fair rate of PAYE. Cycle to work scheme. Employee health care scheme. Made to feel like family. Supportive HR. Team building exercises even if it is a meal and a drink.”
“Great place to work with good rates of pay throughout. Progression and development are key elements of the business and shows a true reflection on how the company want to help the growth of their employees.”
“The feeling like you are a part of the business family meant I settled in very quickly as I felt very included and that I could talk to my colleagues.”
“I am really enjoying working for GBA, management are very friendly and supportive, they respect you. HR department is very welcoming and continuously driving to develop the company, whilst taking onboard and listening to employees views. GBA offer flexibility within my role and there is a good work-life balance.”
Culture fit is also vital to this role and we are looking for people who share our values. In a recent employee engagement survey, when asked “what is it like at GBA” the top three responses were “Challenging”, “Interesting” and “Friendly”. If this sounds like you then please get in touch.
GBA Logistics is an equal opportunities employer. Our people have made us the success that we are today and are the key to our continued growth moving forwards. We recognise the unique and valuable contributions that arise from a diverse and inclusive workforce built up from people with different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and skillsets, that when combined together, help our business to thrive.
Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our Recruitment Team via recruit@gbalogistics.com
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