Counterbalance Forklift Operator – Yard (Immediate Start)

Pertemps Maidstone; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Maidstone in Paddock Wood, Kent is seeking a reliable Yard Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence to join our client in Paddock Wood. The role involves loading and unloading, moving stock and materials around the yard, and general yard duties in a busy heavy industrial environment.

This temporary position offers a pay rate of £13.21 per hour, with immediate starts for suitable candidates and potential for temp-to-perm for the right person.

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift licence valid and in date.
• Experience as Yard Operative, Forklift Driver, FLT Driver or Warehouse Operative.
• Happy to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physically fit with manual handling ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT).
• Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Move stock and materials around the yard.
• Assist with goods in and goods out operations.
• Carry out general yard duties and housekeeping.
• Work both indoors and outdoors as required.
• Support warehouse and production teams when needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Yard operations

Outdoor work

Heavy industry experience

Job description

Pertemps Maidstone in Paddock Wood, Kent is seeking a reliable Yard Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence to join our client in Paddock Wood. The role involves loading and unloading, moving stock and materials around the yard, and general yard duties in a busy heavy industrial environment.

This temporary position offers a pay rate of £13.21 per hour, with immediate starts for suitable candidates and potential for temp-to-perm for the right person.