Forklift Driver

Pertemps; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to join their team in Basingstoke. This full-time, permanent role involves picking and packing, heavy lifting of chemical items, and operating a Counterbalance Forklift. The position offers a competitive salary, shift allowances, and generous benefits including 25 days of annual leave, enhanced pension contributions, and private medical cover. If you're physically fit, flexible with shifts, and ready to wear full chemical PPE, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension contributions

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Private medical cover

Shift allowance

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift is essential.
• Must be physically fit due to heavy lifting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Picking and packing products for dispatch.
• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift safely.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift experience

Physically fit

Understanding of H&S procedures

Teamwork

Flexibility with shift pattern

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Job description

Forklift Driver

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver to join a leading manufacturer based in Basingstoke. This is a full time, permanent position.

Duties as a Forklift Driver:
- Picking and packing
- Heavy lifting of chemical items
- Ensuring products are ready for dispatch
- Due to the nature of this business, you will be required to wear a full chemical PPE suit.
- Operate Counterbalance Forklift

Requirements:
- Counterbalance Forklift experience
- Physically fit due to heavy lifting
- Good understanding of H&S procedures
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Flexible with shift pattern

The Role:
- Permanent position
- Offering a salary of £27,000
- Shift allowance
- Working on a rotating shift pattern
o Week 1 - Monday - Thursday 6am - 2pm and Friday 6am - 1pm
o Week 2 - Monday - Thursday 1pm - 9pm and Friday 12pm - 7pm
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holiday (rising after 2 years)
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
- Private medical cover

If you are interested in this role, please apply below or give Jemma a call at Pertemps.