Counterbalance Forklift Sittingbourne

Interaction Recruitment; English Bicknor; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Forklift Driver for an immediate start in Sittingbourne. The role is temp-to-perm for the right candidate, with a Mon-Fri 07:00–15:00 shift and £13.50 per hour. A valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence and ability to drive to site are required.

Work involves outdoors in a busy yard, moving pallets, loading/unloading vehicles, printing dispatch labels, and assisting with general yard duties while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Must be able to drive to site as it is not accessible by public transport.
• Basic computer use and warehouse systems familiarity.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Flexible and willing to assist with yard duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift for the majority of the shift.
• Move pallets around the yard and assist with loading/unloading.
• Print labels and dispatch paperwork using computer systems.
• Perform general yard duties as needed.
• Ensure forklift operations are carried out safely and efficiently.

Skills

Forklift operation

Outdoor yard work

Computer literacy

Punctuality

Tools

Warehouse software

Job description

Forklift Driver Wanted - Immediate Start!

We are currently seeking aForklift Driverto join our team on atemp-to-permbasis, offering the opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate.

MUST DRIVE DUE TO LOCATION

Must have a valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Location:Sittingbourne ME9 8

Pay:£13.50 per hour

Hours:Monday to Friday -07:00 AM - 15:00 PM

Occasional flexibility may be required to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a counterbalance forklift for approximately85% of the role
• Working outdoors in a busy yard environment
• Moving pallets around the yard and loading/unloading vehicles and warehouse areas
• Using a computer to print labels and produce dispatch paperwork
• Assisting with general yard duties when required
• Ensuring all forklift operations are carried out safely and efficiently

Requirements:

• Valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Must drive - site is not accessible by public transport
• Computer literate and confident using basic warehouse systems
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Flexible and willing to assist with yard duties as required
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious