E-Commerce Warehouse Operative
About the Role
We are looking for motivated and reliable Warehouse Operatives to join our team at Terminal E, supporting the fast\-paced E\-commerce and import operations at Glasgow Prestwick Airport on a 6 month fixed term contract 40 hours per week.
In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the efficient handling of imported freight while delivering a high standard of service to airlines, partners, and customers.
About Us
Glasgow Prestwick Airport directly employs around 500 people and supports over 4,000 jobs across Scotland’s aerospace cluster. Located at the heart of Scotland’s aviation and aerospace industry, we deliver a wide range of in\-house aviation services, providing vital connections to the rest of the world.
What We’re Looking For
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is looking for motivated, reliable, and safety\-focused individuals to join our team as Warehouse Operatives within Terminal E. In this fast\-paced, operational role, you’ll play a key part in keeping freight moving efficiently through the airport, ensuring that cargo is handled safely, securely, and on time. Your role goes beyond simply moving freight — you help maintain the high standards our airline partners and customers rely on. With a strong attention to detail and commitment to doing things the right way, you’ll ensure that all goods are handled with care, any issues are identified quickly, and operations run smoothly.
You’ll be working as part of a close\-knit team in a physically active environment, where communication, reliability, and a proactive attitude are essential. Whether transferring freight from the aircraft, preparing freight for onward transport to last mile providers, your contribution is vital to the overall success of the operation. You are not just handling cargo; you are representing the airport and our partners by delivering a safe, efficient, and professional service at every stage of the process.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver excellent customer service to airlines and associated partners
- Receive and process imported freight from aircraft
- Break down palletised freight safely and efficiently
- Load freight trailers and support sortation operations
- Conduct visual inspections of freight and report any damage or tampering
- Operate vehicles and equipment safely, adhering to all compliance standards
- Remove pallet coverings (nets and polythene) safely
- Comply with employee responsibilities to Health \& Safety regulations.
- Maintain warehouse cleanliness, including FOD removal and housekeeping
- Ensure all equipment is fuelled or charged for operational readiness
- Assist across departments as required
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
- Team player with a flexible approach to duties
- Good attention to detail and safety awareness
- Willingness to work a 24/7 shift pattern
- A good level of physical fitness, as the role may involve standing for long periods
- Previous warehouse or logistics experience (desirable but not essential)
Equal Opportunities
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to applying equal opportunities at all stages of our recruitment and selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be made to our recruitment process to ensure that no applicant is disadvantaged.
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