Fork Lift Operator - NDC/NPH

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Angard Staffing is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to support Royal Mail at the Northampton parcel hub. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, load/unload trailers, and move parcels safely and efficiently.

Candidates should hold a valid RTITB/ITSSAR licence, have FLT/warehouse experience, and be able to lift up to 30kg. Shifts include morning, afternoon, night with rates (£15.14–£16.44); Christmas period temporary role.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence issued by RTITB or ITSSAR.
• Previous FLT driving and warehouse experience preferred.
• Able to lift mail bags up to 11kg and parcels up to 30kg; push trolleys/yorks up to 250kg.
• Comfortable standing and walking for long periods; flexible across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move materials, products, and equipment within the facility.
• Load and unload trailers with mail and parcels.
• Transport materials to and from storage areas, sorting machines, and loading docks.
• Stack and organise pallets and cages in designated areas.
• Complete pre-use checks and report any faults or damage immediately.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment.
• Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet daily targets and deadlines.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

FLT driving

Warehouse experience

Flexibility

Attention to safety

Education

Forklift operator training

Job description

Are you detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment?

Are you reliable, safety-focused, and enjoy working in a busy warehouse environment?

Angard Staffing is looking for experienced and motivated individuals to join our team as flexible (temporary) Forklift Drivers with Royal Mail.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping Royal Mail move millions of parcels efficiently and safely across the country.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move materials, products, and equipment within the facility
• Load and unload trailers with mail and parcels
• Transport materials to and from storage areas, sorting machines, and loading docks
• Stack and organise pallets and cages in designated areas
• Complete pre-use checks and report any faults or damage immediately
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
• Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet daily targets and deadlines

What We’re Looking For

You’ll need to be comfortable in a fast-paced warehouse environment and ready to support mail operations during busy periods.

Our ideal candidate:

• Holds a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence issued by RTITB or ITSSAR
• Has previous FLT driving and warehouse experience (preferred)
• Able to lift mail bags up to 11kg and parcels up to 30kg and push trolleys/yorks up to 250kg
• Comfortable standing and walking for long periods
• Reliable and flexible with good attention to detail following safety procedures at all times
• Is flexible and able to work across different shifts if required

Pay & Shifts

The table below outlines the typical pay rates for Forklift Driver roles within our Parcel Hub.

Rates may vary slightly during peak periods, and Angard Staffing will communicate any changes in advance.

• Morning Shift – 06:00–14:00 – £15.14
• Afternoon Shift – 14:00–22:00 – £15.14
• Night Shift – 22:00–06:00 – £16.44
• Bank Holidays – All Day – £20.54

Important Information

This role is for a Christmas period. Assignments are temporary and will automatically end once the site closes for the Christmas season.