Job Description

Trainee Logistics Operative – Heli-Freight

Location: Dyce
Reporting to: Freight Manager
Line Reports: None

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Trainee Logistics Operative to support heli-freight and warehouse operations at their Dyce facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to begin or further their career within logistics, working in a fast-paced environment supporting offshore and aviation-related freight movements.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant handling of materials through the heli-freight receipt point and warehouse.

Key Responsibilities

Heli-Freight & Warehouse Operations

• Receipt, screening, and manifesting of freight in line with operational procedures.

• Verifying delivered materials against documentation and investigating any discrepancies.

• Actioning material requests and updating internal systems accurately.

• Maintaining high housekeeping standards across warehouse and operational areas, including checks on vehicles and forklifts.

• Accurate data input, retrieval, and reporting using computerised systems.

• Liaising with customers and heliport representatives regarding material movements.

• Ensuring aviation security standards are upheld at all times.

Handling & Logistics

• Safe operation of forklifts and lifting equipment.

• Loading and unloading vehicles in accordance with HSE and operational guidelines.

• Booking UK deliveries with subcontractors and supporting associated finance administration.

• Performing freight and cargo handling duties safely and efficiently.

• Driving duties, including collection and delivery of mail and parcels.

Customer Service & Collaboration

• Providing a professional, positive service to customers and stakeholders.

• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with customers, colleagues, and vendors.

• Supporting safe, efficient, and effective warehouse operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driving licence.

• Ability to provide 5 years of traceable work or education history (required for CAA-level security clearance).

Skills, Knowledge & Behaviours

• Customer-focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

• Solutions-oriented, motivated, and committed to continuous improvement.

• Capable of working independently while contributing positively to the wider team.

• Computer literate, particularly within the Microsoft suite.

• Understanding of manual handling practices.

• Awareness of equality and diversity principles.

Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Quality (HSSEQ)

• Demonstrate commitment to safe working practices and continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance.

• Report all incidents or policy breaches to the line manager.

• Proactively intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are observed (“Stop the Job”).

• Adhere to the client’s management systems, processes, and document control requirements.