Counterbalance Forklift Driver

The Best Connection; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Coulsdon is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to manage effective stock maintenance and comply with safety regulations. The role includes using mechanical handling equipment and performing daily checks on the forklift. Ideal candidates must possess a valid counterbalance forklift license and demonstrate professionalism towards safety. The position offers 28 days of paid annual leave and weekly pay.

Benefits

28 days Paid Annual Leave

Weekly pay

Online payslips

Pension contribution

Ongoing temporary assignments

Qualifications

• In date counterbalance forklift license required.
• Certified non-inhouse license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective stock of incoming and outgoing stock.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Unload and check accuracy of stock deliveries.
• Carry out daily checks on forklift.
• Ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

Stock maintenance

Health and safety compliance

Customer service

Job description

Overview

The Best Connection has a client that is looking for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join its team in Coulsdon.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 16.30pm

Paying: £14.15ph plus holiday pay

Responsibilities

• The Counterbalance Forklift Driver is responsible for effective stock maintenance of incoming and outgoing stock, complying with the company\'s health and safety regulations while providing high standards of customer service.
• The use of Mechanical Handling Equipment and some manual lifting will be involved; you will need the ability to demonstrate the highest level of professionalism towards safety.
• Unload and check the accuracy of all incoming stock deliveries in line with Health & Safety offloading procedures and company policy
• Carry out daily checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment, reporting all defects to the Depot Manager
• Maintain a high level of stock security and carry out the required security checks on all outgoing orders and deliveries
• Deal with returns from customers in a courteous, professional and knowledgeable way
• Carry out daily/weekly stock checks according to procedure, ensuring an accurate computer stock file
• Understand and comply with company policy regarding damage controls and replacement part ordering
• Maintain general housekeeping duties within the warehouse, stock rotation and product group, cleanliness and tidiness
• Participate as an effective and willing team member to achieve individual and team goals
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment is maintained for customers and employees within the depot
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations whilst in the depot
• This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, but outlines the salient points of the role.
• Please ensure you have safety boots and Hi-Vis

Requirements

• In date counterbalance forklift license
• Certified non-inhouse license

Benefits

• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rota for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holidays)
• Weekly pay
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing temporary assignments