Counterbalance & Bendi Forklift Driver

KPA Recruitment Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a reliable and skilled Driver in Shrewsbury. The role involves transporting goods safely and efficiently, requiring valid counterbalance and bendi licences. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, loading and unloading materials, maintaining delivery records, and assisting in warehouse operations. The job offers a full-time schedule of Monday to Friday, 2pm to 10pm, with a temp to perm arrangement.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid counterbalance and bendi licences.
• Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse machinery is beneficial.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting as required by the role.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate fork lift trucks to transport goods to designated locations.
• Load and unload materials, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including shipping documents and inventory logs.
• Perform routine inspections of trucks and equipment, reporting any maintenance needs.
• Assist in warehouse operations, including materials handling and organisation of stock.
• Utilise warehouse management systems to track inventory levels and manage shipments.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow within the warehouse.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy lifting

Warehouse management

Tools

Forklift

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods and materials safely and efficiently, ensuring that all deliveries are completed on time. This role requires a strong understanding of warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving processes, as well as the ability to handle heavy lifting and operate various equipment.

Suitable candidates must hold both counterbalance and bendi licences. Hours of work will be 2pm-10pm. Monday - Friday. Temp to perm.

Duties

• Safely operate fork lift trucks to transport goods to designated locations.
• Load and unload materials, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including shipping documents and inventory logs.
• Perform routine inspections of trucks and equipment, reporting any maintenance needs.
• Assist in warehouse operations, including materials handling and organisation of stock.
• Utilise warehouse management systems to track inventory levels and manage shipments.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow within the warehouse.

Experience

• Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse machinery is beneficial.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting as required by the role.