At a Glance
- Tasks: Safely operate vehicles and handle materials in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Company: Join a respected aerospace company with a focus on safety and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, shift uplifts, and valuable experience in logistics.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in critical operations while developing essential skills.
- Qualifications: Valid UK driving licence and experience in logistics or warehouse operations.
Location: Brize Norton
Contract: 4-Month Contract
Pay Rate: £16.45 per hour PAYE or £22.00 per hour Umbrella
Shift Pattern: 5 days on, 4 days off | 12-hour rotating days and nights (7am-7pm / 7pm-7am) | Average 40.5 hours per week
Security Clearance: BPSS+ Clearance required (completed by Airbus Security)
Join a Team That Keeps Operations Moving
We're looking for a reliable and safety-focused Warehouse Driver / Forklift Operator to join a busy operational team supporting critical logistics activities within a highly regulated aviation environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in driving, transportation, warehouse operations, or logistics who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment where quality, safety, and teamwork are paramount. You will play a vital role in ensuring materials and goods are transported, handled, and stored efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.
What You'll Be Doing
- Safely operating company vehicles, including vans and forklift trucks
- Transporting materials and equipment both on‑site and to designated off‑site locations
- Loading, unloading, handling, and moving goods in line with operational and compliance requirements
- Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance issues promptly
- Supporting warehouse activities including packing, documentation checks, and stock handling
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
- Adhering to all company quality, safety, and security procedures
- Supporting managers and team leaders with additional operational tasks when required
- Identifying and reporting process issues or opportunities for improvement
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet operational objectives
- Maintaining vigilance around Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention and workplace safety
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates who have:
Essential Skills & Experience
- A valid UK driving licence with a clean driving record
- Proven experience within driving, transport, warehouse, logistics, or supply chain environments
- Experience operating vehicles and material handling equipment
- Strong awareness of workplace health, safety, and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- A proactive, dependable, and professional approach to work
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good organisational and problem‑solving skills
- The flexibility to work rotating shift patterns, including nights
Desirable Experience
- Forklift certification (or the willingness and ability to obtain certification)
- Experience within aviation, defence, regulated logistics, or highly controlled environments
- Experience supporting secure operations or escort duties
- Knowledge of Part 145 or similar regulated maintenance environments
What's in It for You?
- Competitive hourly pay rates
- Shift uplift available
- Opportunity to gain experience within a highly respected aerospace and aviation environment
- Exposure to complex logistics and operational processes
- Collaborative team culture with experienced colleagues
- A chance to develop valuable skills in warehouse operations, transportation, compliance, and logistics
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities throughout the recruitment process. If you have the driving experience, operational awareness, and commitment to safety we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help keep critical operations moving.
