Cold Store Operative

Cold Store Operative

Location: Heathrow / Feltham Area
Shifts: Day & Night Shifts Available (Rostered Pattern or ADHOC)
Temperature: 5 20 C (PPE Provided)

The Role
We are currently recruiting Cold Store Operatives to join our clients based in the Heathrow/Feltham area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced warehouse environment handling perishable cargo, including fish and other temperature-controlled goods.

You will be working within a cold store facility (5 20 C), with full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.

Key Responsibilities
As a Cold Store Operative, your duties will include:

• Loading and unloading vehicles carrying perishable cargo using a forklift truck and other mechanical equipment

• Carrying out manual handling duties where required

• Breaking down and building ULDs (including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs)

• Using hand-held scanning devices to locate and identify cargo

• Processing paperwork in line with client requirements

• Checking inbound cargo for discrepancies, damage, or areas of concern

• Picking and packing orders ready for delivery

• Maintaining a clean, organised and compliant warehouse environment

• Working collaboratively as part of an enthusiastic team

• Adhering strictly to Health & Safety procedures at all times.

Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:

• Be safety-focused with the ability to maintain a secure working environment

• Be able to speak, read and write English

• Have previous warehouse experience (desirable but not essential full training provided)

• Be able to provide a fully checkable 5-year employment and/or education history

• Successfully complete criminal record checks in line with CAA security regulations (DBS and/or PCC).

You should also demonstrate:

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• A proactive and positive attitude

• A willingness to learn and contribute to improving warehouse processes.

What We Offer:

• Full training provided

• PPE supplied

• Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive team environment

• Ongoing work with potential for development.

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today and a member of our team will be in touch.