Fork Lift Operative

Enva Group; Grantham; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Enva Group is seeking a Fork Lift Operative at our Grantham facility to support safe handling, movement and storage of materials. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, supply production areas, and help achieve daily targets while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Reporting to the Production Yard Manager, this role requires a valid counterbalance licence or proven experience, and a strong commitment to teamwork and physical rigour in a busy site environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence or proven forklift experience.
• Experience in recycling or waste management environment is desirable.
• Strong adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, move and store materials and finished products.
• Support production and stock control activities on site.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report defects.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and assist with site housekeeping.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet daily targets and follow procedures.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT licence

Health & safety compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Fork Lift Operative

Application Deadline: 8 December 2026

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Grantham

Reporting To: Production Yard Manager

Compensation: £14.00 / hour

Description

As a Forklift Driver at Enva's Grantham facility, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient handling, movement, processing and storage of materials across the site. Operating a counterbalance forklift truck, you will transport materials, finished products, containers and equipment to support production, recycling, re-use and logistics activities. Working as part of the site operations team, you will ensure materials are available where required, contribute to production targets, and maintain high standards of safety, quality, housekeeping and environmental compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently in line with site procedures and legal requirements.
• Load, unload, move and store incoming and outgoing materials, products, baled waste, containers and equipment across the Grantham site.
• Supply production and processing areas with materials and remove finished products or waste streams as required.
• Carry out vehicle loading and unloading activities, ensuring correct segregation, identification and storage of materials.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and basic operational checks, reporting defects promptly.
• Monitor stock movement and assist with stock control activities as directed.
• Ensure materials are placed in the correct locations and handled in accordance with operational, environmental and quality standards.
• Assist with site housekeeping duties, keeping work areas clean, organised and free from hazards.
• Support production teams in achieving daily throughput and operational targets.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental and security procedures, reporting near misses, unsafe conditions and incidents immediately.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and other departments to ensure efficient site operations.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives as required.

Additional information; 18:00 - 03:00 Monday to Friday

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous experience in a recycling or waste management environment
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations related to recycling.
• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence required or previous experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety protocols.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding role, including lifting and moving equipment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Complete daily inspections and basic operational checks, reporting defects promptly.

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• Competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Lifestyle & leisure discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more).
• Employee life insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.