Cold Store Operative
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Cold Store Operative</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Heathrow / Feltham Area</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Shifts: Day & Night Shifts Available (Rostered Pattern or ADHOC)</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Temperature: 5–20°C (PPE Provided)</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are currently recruiting Cold Store Operatives to join our clients based in the Heathrow/Feltham area.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced warehouse environment handling perishable cargo, including fish and other temperature-controlled goods.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be working within a cold store facility (5–20°C), with full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">As a Cold Store Operative, your duties will include:</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Loading and unloading vehicles carrying perishable cargo using a forklift truck and other mechanical equipment</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Carrying out manual handling duties where required</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Breaking down and building ULDs (including PAGs, PMCs and AKEs)</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Using hand-held scanning devices to locate and identify cargo</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Processing paperwork in line with client</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements</h5>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Checking inbound cargo for discrepancies, damage, or areas of concern</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Picking and packing orders ready for delivery</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintaining a clean, organised and compliant warehouse environment</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working collaboratively as part of an enthusiastic team</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Adhering strictly to Health & Safety procedures at all times.</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">To be considered for this role, you must:</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Be safety-focused with the ability to maintain a secure working environment</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Be able to speak, read and write English</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Have previous warehouse experience (desirable but not essential – full training provided)</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Be able to provide a fully checkable 5-year employment and/or education history</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Successfully complete criminal record checks in line with CAA security regulations (DBS and/or PCC).</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">You should also demonstrate:</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Strong teamwork and communication skills</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">A proactive and positive attitude</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">A willingness to learn and contribute to improving warehouse processes.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">What We Offer:</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Full training provided</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">PPE supplied</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive team environment</p>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ongoing work with potential for development.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today and a member of our team will be in touch</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 05 Oct 2026
- Location: TW14, Cranford, Greater London
- Employment Type: Permanent, Temporary
- Category: Distribution
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