Counterbalance Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative

TD Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Production operative/warehouse operative in Dagenham, RM9. The ideal candidate is physically fit, reliable, and has a counterbalance forklift license. Responsibilities include handling used cooking oil, lifting heavy loads, and working around industrial machinery. The role offers full-time hours from Monday to Friday, along with benefits like free on-site parking. This position is not for the faint-hearted, as it involves a gritty work environment.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Warehouse Operative preferred.
• 1 year of experience operating a Forklift preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle containers and barrels of used cooking oil.
• Lift, tip, and move heavy loads manually.
• General warehouse tasks and support.
• Work around industrial machinery.
• Operate a forklift when needed.

Skills

Physically fit

Reliable and punctual

Team player

Good sense of humour

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and reliable Production operative/warehouse operative to join our client in Dagenham, RM9 area.

Candidates must have a full PPE (Hi vis, steel toe cap and hard hat) and a counterbalance forklift license.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Handling containers and barrels of used cooking oil
• Lifting, tipping, and moving heavy loads (manual handling)
• General warehouse tasks and support
• Working around industrial machinery in a challenging environment
• Operating a forklift when needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Physically fit and able to handle heavy lifting safely
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working in less-than-pristine conditions
• Team player with a good sense of humour and grit
• Start as soon as possible. Monday to Friday, 14:00PM to 22:00PM.

This isn’t a job for the faint of heart (or nose). But if you’re the kind of person who thrives in gritty, no-frills environments, you’ll fit right in.

To apply please call us on 0117 4407 408

Job Types

• Full-time
• Permanent
• Temp to perm

Benefits

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience

• Warehouse Operative: 2 years (preferred)
• Forklift: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification

• Counterbalance Forklift (preferred)