Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Streamline Recruitment; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a forklift operator in Tilbury. Responsibilities include safely operating forklifts during loading and unloading, order picking, and maintaining warehouse equipment. Candidates must hold a valid Counterbalance forklift license and demonstrate safety awareness. The position offers rotating shifts and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Full valid Counterbalance forklift license up to 5.5T required.
• Desirable but not essential: 2 years forklift driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Picking multi-product/part orders and making them safe for dispatch.
• Loading and unloading vehicles safely.
• Maintaining warehouse operations and equipment.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift license

Safety awareness

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Payrate

£14.25 Sub contractor rate through an umbrella company (£11.55 PAYE equivalent)

Requirements

Possess a full valid Counterbalance forklift license up to 5.5T.

Responsibilities

1. Picking multi-product/part orders and making them safe for dispatch.
2. Loading internal & external vehicles in a safe manner.
3. Unloading supplier deliveries while identifying shortages, damages, or discrepancies.
4. Dealing with customer collections.
5. Involvement in stock takes.
6. General housekeeping duties within the warehouse to maintain smooth operations.
7. Inspecting & maintaining warehouse plant and equipment, reporting any faults or wear & tear.

Shift Details

Rotating shifts of 07:00-16:00 & 09:00-18:00.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidates will have a desirable 2 years forklift driving experience, but it is not essential.