Fork Lift Truck Driver

Ward; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling company in Ilkeston is seeking a reliable Fork Lift Truck Driver for a full-time permanent position. The role involves operating a fork lift truck, ensuring a clean work environment, and providing customer service. Candidates must have FLT experience and problem-solving skills. Benefits include a company pension, wellness programs, gym membership, and employee discounts. Join a fast-growing company dedicated to waste management and recycling with a strong environmental commitment.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Company Pension and life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Free flu jabs

Free parking

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience in operating a FLT is essential.
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve on the spot.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Operating a FLT.
• Understanding of non ferrous material.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with customers.
• 50/50 role on truck and yard/machine operative including weighing of non ferrous material.

Skills

Reliability

Customer service

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Fork Lift Truck Driver - Full Time, Permanent

Based at our Ilkeston site

£13 per hour

Full-time | Monday to Friday

Are you a reliable and professional Fork Lift Truck Driver with experience in Waste, recycling or logistics If so, Ward wants to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Operating a FLT
• Understanding of non ferrous material
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with customers
• 50/50 role on truck and yard/machine operative role including weighing of non ferrous material

Requirements

• Experience in operating a FLT is essential
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve on the spot
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

What is in it for you?

We offer a diverse role with the opportunity to develop your skills and experience, the ability to work on your own initiative and be part of a busy team.

Benefits

• Employee assistance programme
• Company Pension and life assurance
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Referral programme

About us

Today Ward Recycling, employs over 400 people and operates a fleet of over 120 vehicles. The company is now managed by third and fourth generation family members who continue their commitment to developing waste management and recycling techniques, saving their customers money and helping them to meet and exceed their recycling targets. As a modern business, Ward are aiming to be a positive force in the world. We believe that if we treat our customers, partners, staff and neighbours with respect and dignity, we will succeed in both our business and sustainability goals. As a waste management and resource recycling specialist, the environment is close to our hearts.

We are committed to delivering market-leading performance on key environmental issues in our business, with our customers, our supply chain, and our end consumers.

Do you want to be part of a fast-growing company with a sense of purpose, committed to developing waste management and recycling techniques with an environmental conscience?

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Pay

£12.50 per hour

Work Location

In person