Combi Lift Driver / Side Loader Driver (BD3)

Woodlands Homecare Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff discount on Woodlands products

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Workwear and PPE provided

Training and progression opportunities

Employee Ownership Trust bonus

Job summary

Woodlands is seeking an experienced Combi Lift Driver / Side Loader Driver (BD3) to join our Bradford site on a permanent, full-time basis. You will move materials and products safely, coordinate deliveries, and support stock control across a busy warehouse environment at Thornbury Industrial Estate.

The role requires proven experience with Combi Lift/Side Loader operations, a valid licence, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Combi Lift and/or Side Loader is essential.
• Hold a current Combi Lift or Side Loader licence is essential.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality and responsibility; safety-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Combi Lift, Side Loader and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload timber, components and finished products.
• Booking in deliveries and performing quality checks on incoming goods.

Skills

Combi Lift operation

Side Loader operation

Safety consciousness

Reliability and punctuality

Job description

Combi Lift Driver / Side Loader Driver (BD3)

COMBI LIFT DRIVER / SIDE LOADER DRIVER (BD3)

Location: Thornbury Industrial Estate, Bradford, BD3 7AF
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Friday 7.30am to 4:00pm
Pay: Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience, with overtime opportunities
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Start date: ASAP

ABOUT WOODLANDS

Woodlands Home & Garden Group is a well-established British manufacturer employing around 300 people across our sites in Rodley, Leeds (LS13), Bradford (BD3), Horsforth (LS18), JADE Windows & Doors in Batley (WF17) and our Scottish distribution hub in Glenrothes, Fife (KY6). We manufacture and supply timber garden buildings, log cabins, modular buildings, windows and doors to customers across the UK.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced and safety-conscious Combi Lift Driver / Side Loader Driver to join our team at Thornbury Industrial Estate in Bradford.

You will play a key role in ensuring materials and finished products are moved safely, efficiently and accurately throughout our operation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating a Combi Lift, Side Loader and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading timber, components and finished products
• Booking in deliveries and completing quality checks on incoming goods
• Maintaining accurate stock records through daily and weekly stock counts
• Picking materials for production and ensuring manufacturing teams receive what they need
• Processing returned goods and ensuring stock is stored correctly
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment
• Supporting continuous improvement across warehouse operations

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience operating a Combi Lift and/or Side Loader - essential
• Holds a current Combi Lift or Side Loader licence - essential
• Is reliable, punctual and takes responsibility for their work
• Always puts safety and quality first
• Is comfortable working at pace in a busy manufacturing environment
• Is organised and pays close attention to detail
• Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team
• Is flexible and willing to support other warehouse activities when required
• Has previous experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment - desirable

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Skills-based pay progression or regular pay reviews
• Overtime opportunities
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
• Staff discount on Woodlands products
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted Costco membership
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Workwear and PPE provided
• Training and opportunities to progress within the business
• Opportunity to benefit from the Employee Ownership Trust bonus, subject to eligibility and company performance

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH US

If you are looking for a stable, long-term role where your contribution is valued and hard work is recognised, we would like to hear from you.

Combi Lift Driver / Side Loader Driver (BD3)

Negotiable, depending on experience

Experience

Previous Combi Lift and/or Side Loader experience is essential