Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Hariley Solutions West Midlands; Bristol; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bristol is seeking a Warehouse Operative for a permanent full-time role. You will be critical in the warehouse's day-to-day operations, handling goods, operating a forklift, and ensuring a safe working environment. The position offers a competitive salary of £27,000, 25 days of annual leave, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Company uniform provided

Development and progression opportunities

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience desirable.
• Forklift operation skills preferred (training may be provided).
• Awareness of health and safety standards in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle goods efficiently from intake through to dispatch.
• Load and unload vehicles using a forklift.
• Scan, pick, and move materials across the site.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation skills

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Operative - Permanent Position

Location: Bristol

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: £27,000 per year

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 14:00 and 14:00 to 22:00 (rotating)

Start date: As soon as possible

About the Role

We are working on behalf of our client to recruit a Warehouse Operative for their Bristol site. This is a permanent, full time position offering long-term security, development opportunities and a supportive workplace culture.

As a Warehouse Operative, you will play a key part in the day-to-day running of the warehouse. You will be responsible for handling goods from intake through to dispatch, moving and scanning materials, and loading or unloading vehicles using a forklift.

This role is well suited to someone with experience in warehouse or logistics operations who is organised, adaptable and enjoys working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle goods efficiently from intake through to dispatch
• Load and unload vehicles using a forklift
• Scan, pick and move metal sheets and plates across the site
• Accurately check and record stock movements
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment
• Support colleagues to ensure production and delivery targets are achieved
• Follow all health and safety procedures at all times

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience desirable
• Forklift operation skills (licence preferred, but training may be provided)
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Adaptable, reliable and able to work as part of a team
• Awareness of health and safety standards in a warehouse environment

What Our Client Offers

• Permanent full time position with long-term job security
• Competitive annual salary of £27,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Company uniform provided
• Development and progression opportunities
• Friendly working culture with regular team socials
• Free on-site car parking

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role with a well-established business. If you are motivated, reliable and have experience working in a warehouse environment, we would be pleased to hear from you