Logistics Operative

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EXPERIENCED LOGISTICS OPERATIVE Location: Colnbrook Cargo Centre Salary: £37,500 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 19:00 (with 1-hour break) Additional: 1-in-6 Saturday mornings (after probation period) Start Date: Immediate Start Available Join a Leading Airfreight Logistics Specialist UCH Logistics is a dynamic and fast-growing provider of specialist transport services to the airfreight industry. Since 2000, we have built a strong reputation for delivering reliable, time-critical, and next-day delivery services across the UK. We are now seeking an Experienced Logistics Operative to join our established Transport & Operations Team. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in logistics or transport operations who is confident working in a fast-paced, operationally critical environment and ready to take on greater responsibility. The Role Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will play a key role within our busy Express department. You will be responsible for coordinating daily transport operations, acting as a central point of contact between drivers, customers, and internal teams to ensure service excellence is consistently delivered. Your responsibilities will include: Route planning, scheduling, and real-time operational decision-making Load planning, vehicle utilisation, and specification management Coordinating driver workloads and ensuring on-time completion of jobs Proactively managing operational issues and resolving problems under pressure Liaising with customers to provide updates and maintain high service standards Ensuring compliance with company procedures and industry regulations You will be expected to work with a high degree of autonomy while contributing to continuous improvement across operations. What We're Looking For This role requires proven experience. We are looking for someone who brings: Previous experience in logistics, transport, or freight operations Strong organisational and planning skills The ability to remain calm and decisive in a time-critical environment Excellent communication skills when dealing with drivers, customers, and colleagues A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership Experience within airfreight, express transport, or time-sensitive logistics is highly desirable. What We Offer Competitive salary: £37,500 - £45,000 (depending on experience) 28 days holiday (rising to 30 after 2 years), including public holidays Free on-site parking Workplace pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing support Employee Referral Scheme - earn rewards for recommending great people Long Service Awards - recognising loyalty and contribution Important Information Due to industry regulations, all applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK , which will be verified prior to interview. A full 5-year employment history check is also required.

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