Logistics Operative

EXPERIENCED LOGISTICS OPERATIVE

Location: Colnbrook Cargo Centre

Salary: GBP
37,500 - GBP
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

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.

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.

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 with in airfreight, express transport, or time-sensitive logistics is highly desirable.

• Competitive salary: GBP
  37,500 - GBP
  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

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.