Forklift Driver

Prime Appointments; Basildon; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics distribution company in Basildon is hiring a Forklift Driver for a permanent role. You will be responsible for loading and unloading goods, picking, packing, and paperwork. The position requires passing a DBS check and at least one year of forklift experience. Competitive pay at £27,000 with enhanced benefits and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a DBS check and have no gaps in your CV for the past 5 years.
• Minimum 1 year's experience preferably with groupage.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Counterbalance forklift duties including loading and unloading of lorries.
• Picking and packing of goods.
• Completing associated paperwork for logistics.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift certification

Manual handling

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Prime Appointments are currently looking for a Forklift Driver to work in Basildon Essex for a logistics distribution and supply chain company looking to expand the team. This is a permanent position paying up for £27,000 working Monday to Friday on a rotating early and late shift covering 37.5hrs per week.

Responsibilities

• Counterbalance forklift duties including loading and unloading of lorries
• Picking and packing
• Completing associated paperwork
• General house keeping duties
• Completing manual handling tasks

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a DBS check and have no gaps in your CV for the past 5 years
• Minimum 1 year's experience preferably with groupage
• Physically fit and able

Benefits

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Opportunities for progression

Pay & Working Hours

• Monday to Friday rotating 06:00‑14:30 and 11:30‑20:00
• Starting pay £27,000

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