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Airside Drivers - London Heathrow Airport (Cargo Terminals)

Hexagon Recruitment Partners LtdHounslow, England🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 9 Oct 2025

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Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Full Time

Job Description

We are looking for Airside Drivers to join our team at London Heathrow Airport Cargo Terminals. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity with a competitive pay structure and excellent career progression. You will be responsible for airside transportation and cargo handling, ensuring timely and safe deliveries within the airport.

Please note: Applicants must have either:

  • Previous Airside driving experience, or
  • A valid Class 1 (HGV1), Class 2 (HGV2), or Bus (PCV) licence with proven driving experience.

Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Location: London Heathrow Airport – Cargo Terminals
Shifts: 4 on 2 off pattern (8.5 hours per shift)

  • Early Shifts: Start between 05:00 – 06:00 AM
  • Late Shifts: Start between 13:00 – 16:00 PM

Pay Rate:

  • Basic Pay: £15.31 per hour
  • Overtime (after 37.5 hours per week): Enhanced Rates Apply
  • Monday to Friday: 1.5x Basic Pay
  • Weekends & Bank Holidays: 2x Basic Pay

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operating HGV2 / Cat C vehicles and other approved airside vehicles
  • Transporting cargo and freight within the airport
  • Following strict airport security and safety regulations
  • Communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors
  • Working under pressure in a fast-paced airport environment

To be successful in this role, you must have one of the following:

✔ HGV1 Licence - minimum 6 consecutive months driving experience

✔ HGV2 / Cat C / Class 2 licence - experience in driving vehicles larger than 18 Tonnes - minimum 6 consecutive months driving experience

BUS / Coach Drivers (Double Deck experience) – minimum of two consecutive years of recent driving experience.

7.5 Tonnes Truck – minimum of two consecutive years of recent driving experience.

Airside Driving experience on vehicles larger than 18 Tonnes is beneficial

 

Additional Skills & Qualities:

✔ Previous airfreight experience – preferred but not essential

✔ A good level of physical fitness – essential

✔ Ability to follow instructions and work under pressure

✔ Strong communication skills (written & verbal)

✔ High sense of responsibility and attention to Health and Safety regulations

✔ Have a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.

✔ Ability to work under pressure.

Excellent Pay & Overtime Rates – Earn up to 2x Basic Pay on weekends & holidays
Long-Term Career Opportunity – Temp-to-perm role with stability
Immediate Start – Agency drivers enjoy enhanced rates from day one
Exciting & Dynamic Work Environment – Be part of Heathrow’s fast-paced cargo operations
Full Training & Support Provided – To help you succeed in your role

 

HOW TO APPLY:
Send your CV today to secure your spot in this exciting opportunity!

Limited vacancies available – Apply now!

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