Counterbalance Forklift Operator – Warehouse & Transport

First Military Recruitment; Thame; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment is recruiting a Forklift Operator for a role in Thame, Oxfordshire. The position covers transport yard and warehouse duties with a morning shift and occasional Saturday morning work.

You will handle pallets, load vehicles, and use logistics systems in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a Counterbalance forklift licence (preferred) and experience in transport or warehousing.

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift licence preferred.
• Previous transport or warehouse experience.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Keen to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Move or collect items from the warehouse to vehicles.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Monitor and respond to emails and telephone calls from clients, depots and colleagues.
• Be proficient in using systems for manifests and MS packages.
• Work closely with transport team and stakeholders to ensure efficient processes.
• Ensure pallets are scanned and labelled correctly for daily deliveries.
• Ensure pallets are allocated to correct vehicles and escalate issues as needed.
• Support the Transport Manager and Shift Supervisors to meet Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Teamwork

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

First Military Recruitment is recruiting a Forklift Operator for a role in Thame, Oxfordshire. The position covers transport yard and warehouse duties with a morning shift and occasional Saturday morning work.

You will handle pallets, load vehicles, and use logistics systems in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a Counterbalance forklift licence (preferred) and experience in transport or warehousing.