Forklift Driver
Type: Contract, Permanent, Temporary
Reference: 225094904
Job Description:
Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver - Early Shift£15.00 per hour | Monday to Friday | 4am-1pm | Long-Term Temporary Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and reliable Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver to join a busy warehouse and loading operation.
This is a fast-paced role working within a very busy loading area, so applicants must be confident operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently in tight spaces and around other warehouse activity.
The successful candidate must hold a valid external Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence and be comfortable loading and unloading 40-foot trailers accurately and on schedule.
Duties will include:
- Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
- Loading and unloading 40-foot trucks and trailers
- Using handheld scanners to identify and process loads
- Moving stock within the warehouse and loading areas
- Supporting general warehouse duties when required
- Ensuring goods are loaded and dispatched accurately and on time
- Working closely with the warehouse team to maintain smooth warehouse operations
What we're looking for:
- Valid external Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence
- Previous experience within a busy warehouse or loading environment
- Confident and spatially aware forklift operator
- Reliable, punctual, and hard-working
- Flexible attitude and willingness to assist with warehouse duties
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Comfortable with early morning starts
What's on offer:
- £15.00 per hour
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- 4am-1pm shift
- 28 days paid holiday
- Long-term temporary assignment with potential to extend
- Ongoing work within a busy and established operation
Reliability is essential for this role, as goods must be loaded and dispatched on time each day.
Apply now to be considered.
Please note: Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview screening will be contacted
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