Fork Lift Truck driver

Smart Recruitment Solutions Yeovil; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Reach Forklift Driver for a position in Chard. The successful candidate will operate a reach truck, ensuring safe and efficient loading and unloading of pallets in a busy warehouse environment. Key responsibilities include adhering to safety policies, supporting warehouse operations, and maintaining punctuality. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.81 and a Monday to Friday working pattern, with no weekend shifts.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Monday to Friday working pattern

Temp to perm opportunity

Qualifications

• Valid and in-date Reach Truck licence is essential.
• Previous experience in a warehouse environment required.
• Good attention to detail and awareness of safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate a reach forklift truck safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles and move stock within the warehouse.
• Support general warehouse operations as needed.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Reach Truck

Job description

Reach Forklift Driver – Chard

Location : Chard Hours : Monday to Friday, 10 : 00am – 7 : 00pm Pay Rate : £12.81 per hour

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Reach Forklift Driver to join our client's busy warehouse team based in Chard.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a reach truck to move, load, and unload pallets safely and efficiently within the warehouse. This role will also involve some manual handling and handballing of products, so a good level of physical fitness is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a reach forklift truck in a safe and efficient manner
• Load and unload vehicles and move stock within the warehouse
• Support general warehouse operations when required
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies

Requirements

• Valid and in-date Reach Truck licence (essential)
• Previous experience working within a warehouse environment
• Good attention to detail and safety awareness
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.81
• Monday to Friday working pattern – no weekends
• Temp to Perm opportunity within a supportive team environment