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Do you have strong warehousing experience paired with excellent knowledge of export operations? Are you able to commit to night shifts, working from 8pm - 5am?
I am recruiting for a Night Warehouse & Logistics Operative for client who is a market leader in air, sea and road freight as well as logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. The Night Warehouse & Logistics Operative is responsible for ensuring the efficient and compliant handling, screening, and processing of freight for export operations. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, adherence to regulatory requirements, and a proactive approach to managing varied freight types, including general freight, temperature-controlled cargo, and dangerous goods (DG). This is full-time, office-based position working night shifts: Monday – Friday, from 8pm-5am.
Main Freight/Logistics Duties:
- Record all freight details, such as weights, dimensions, and packaging type, onto a Goods In Note (GIN).
- Determine appropriate handling methods for general freight, temperature-controlled shipments, and DG freight (air, road, sea).
- Prepare documentation such as invoices, packing lists, or Air Waybills (AWB).
- Monitor and action emails from multiple depots to ensure operational efficiency.
- Complete and hand over relevant export paperwork to other departments or archive for record-keeping.
Main Security & Warehousing Duties:
- Participate in x-ray screening, ensuring adherence to security protocols
- Apply alternative screening methods for freight unsuitable for x-ray (Personal Hand Search (PHS), Visual Check (VCK), Explosive Trace Detection (ETD))
- Coordinate with regulated agents or airlines for shipments deemed unscreenable.
- Manage temperature-controlled freight storage in chillers maintained at +2 to +8°C.
- Assemble temperature-controlled PODs according to instructions, including pre-conditioning icepacks and inserting them per configuration.
- Seal, wrap, and label PODs with temperature control and orientation markings.
Key Requirements:
- Multi-modal cargo handling experience within exports (air, road, and/or sea).
- Experience in internal security screening and knowledge of x-ray procedures.
- Competency in handling dangerous goods or temperature-controlled cargo.
- Physical ability to lift cargo.
- Module 18 certification (or willingness to achieve it).
Benefits & Package:
- Salary of £25k - £35k, depending on experience.
- Competitive Annual Leave.
- Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers (incl. groceries, wellness products, travel & more).
- Wellbeing Centre – access to additional education, support & tools to help you live a healthier, happier life.
- Employee Recognition Scheme
- Excellent Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
- Health Care Cash Plan
* Please only apply for this position if you have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship *
