# Airside Drivers - London Heathrow Airport (Cargo Terminals)

> Hexagon Recruitment Partners Ltd · Hounslow, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2025-10-09

**Salary:** GBP 30,000–38,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Temp to perm

## 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

## Requirements

**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.

## Benefits

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!**

## Apply

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