Forklift Counterbalance Driver

The Best Connection; Hoo St. Werburgh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Overtime available at enhanced rates

Weekly pay

On-site parking

Ongoing work

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

The Best Connection in Hoo, Kent is seeking an experienced Reach Truck/Forklift Driver to support a busy warehouse operation. You will operate a Reach Truck and perform picking, packing, and general warehouse duties to ensure smooth daily operations.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Reach Truck licence and has prior warehouse experience, with attention to detail and reliability for a long-term role. The position offers a Monday to Friday 06:00–14:00 shift with weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent).
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Experience with picking and packing duties.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading stock within the warehouse.
• Picking orders accurately using pick sheets or handheld scanners.
• Packing products to company standards.
• Moving stock to designated locations.
• Conducting stock checks and inventory counts when required.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Following all health and safety procedures.

Tools

Reach Truck licence

Job description

Reach Truck / Forklift Driver (Picking & Packing)

Location: Hoo, Kent

Shift: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 14:00

Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour

Overtime Rate: £18.75 per hour

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Reach Truck / Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse operation based in Hoo, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual looking for a long-term position with excellent rates of pay.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a Reach Truck, as well as carrying out picking, packing, and general warehouse duties to support the smooth running of the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading stock within the warehouse.
• Picking orders accurately using pick sheets or handheld scanners.
• Packing products to company standards.
• Moving stock to designated locations.
• Conducting stock checks and inventory counts when required.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Following all health and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Valid Reach Truck licence (RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent).
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Experience with picking and packing duties.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates.
• Overtime available at enhanced rates.
• Weekly pay.
• On-site parking.
• Opportunity for ongoing work.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.