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Clamp Truck Forklift Operator

Location: Mitcham (CR4 area)
Pay: £14.50 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm
Company: Waste & Recycling Services
Job Type: Full-time

NEW! £500 SIGNING-ON BONUS

We're offering a £500 signing-on bonus to all successful candidates who complete 200 hours in the role.

About the Role

Workmate Agency are recruiting an experienced Clamp Truck Forklift Operator to join our waste and recycling operation in the Mitcham CR4 area. The successful candidate will operate clamp truck forklifts to safely move, load, and manage materials within a busy recycling environment.

Previous experience with Clamp attachment is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance clamp forklift safely and efficiently
• Load, unload, and transport materials within the site
• Follow all site safety procedures and maintain a clean working environment
• Conduct daily equipment checks and report any issues
• Work collaboratively with the site team to meet operational targets
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and colleagues
• Safely operate a forklift to move materials within the recycling facility
• Load and unload trucks with recyclable materials
• Ensure proper storage and organisation of materials
• Perform routine maintenance checks on the forklift
• Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations

Requirements

• Recommended: NPOR, ACOP, or CPCS certificates
• Valid forklift operator’s licence , ideal
• Proven experience as a clamp truck or telescopic forklift driver
• Experience in a recycling or waste management environment (preferred)
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and site guidelines
• Good communication skills
• Reliable, proactive, and safety‑focused

What We Offer

• £14.50 per hour , paid weekly Fridays
• Monday to Friday hours – no weekends
• Long-term, stable position
• Supportive team and training opportunities
• Immediate starts available

Whilst we aim to provide valuable feedback to all candidates who apply for our roles, please understand this may not be possible during busy periods. If you do not hear back from us within 5 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

Disclaimer: No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on any grounds - every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Workmate Agency acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Please visit the Workmate Agency website for more information on our services.