Counter Balance Forklift Driver

Driver Hire Lincoln; Horncastle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver/Warehouse Operative to join their team in Horncastle. This role involves operating forklifts, performing general warehouse duties, and ensuring a safe working environment. The successful candidate will enjoy a friendly atmosphere and a variety of tasks, with a clear path to full-time employment after a 13-week period. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and possess a valid forklift license, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in logistics.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance or Reach Forklift License is essential.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and basic maths skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to load and unload materials.
• Conduct regular inspections of forklift equipment.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift Operation

Warehouse Management Systems

Organizational Skills

Basic Maths Skills

Education

Counterbalance Forklift License

Job description

Driver Hire is seeking an experienced Counter balance FLT Driver/ warehouse operative to fill a permanent vacancy for our client based in Horncastle.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts to move, load, and unload materials within the warehouse. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient handling of goods and maintaining a safe working environment.

This position is a 13 week temp to perm, on the 14th week you will be working directly full time for our client.

Job description;

• Monday to Friday work


• 07:00 till 16:00


• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to load and unload materials from lorries and storage areas.


• General warehouse duties


• Perform heavy lifting as required, ensuring proper techniques are used to prevent injury.


• Conduct regular inspections of forklift equipment, reporting any mechanical issues or necessary repairs.


• Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.


• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations within the warehouse.

The successful candidate will possess;

• Valid Counter balance or reach Forklift License


• Personal transport


• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and basic maths skills for inventory management.


• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in managing stock levels.


• Able to manually handle items as and when required.

The pay rate of the Counter balance truck forklift driver will be £13.50 per hour and £18.00 per hour overtime after 40 hours per week. Payment is weekly on a PAYE basis.

We also have a reach fork lift truck position available in the same area, so please enquire about this if you are interested.

This position is commutable from Lincoln, Horncastle, Louth, Boston, Skegness, and Market Rasen.

We have several van drivers who have been with us for years because of the friendly working environment we provide and the variety of work we offer them.

If you think this is the job for you then give our team a call on 01522 842999 between 08:30 and 17:30 Monday to Friday.

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