Forklift Driver

Job&Talent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver for a full-time position in Millbrook, Southampton. Candidates must have FLT experience and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Full training will be provided, and the role involves operating FLT vehicles, loading/unloading goods, and maintaining safety standards. The position offers weekly pay, pension scheme, and various benefits including a performance bonus.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Holiday Pay

Performance bonus

Free parking

Onsite canteen

Helpful onsite team

Online discount and voucher scheme

Qualifications

• Previous FLT experience is required; licence/certificate is not mandatory.
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Safety Shoes required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of FLT vehicles.
• Accurately receive, pick, assemble and load customer orders.
• Contribute towards a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

FLT experience

Ability to work individually and in a team

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

Overview

Forklift Driver - Forklift Positions
Job&Talent are recruiting for experienced FLT (Flexi and counterbalance) operators in Millbrook, Southampton. We are looking for hard-working and experienced FLT Operators to join our team; our client is ramping up for new business opportunities and is seeking core team members to join the operation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of FLT vehicles to meet the demands of a busy industrial environment.


• Accurately receive, pick, assemble and load customer orders within depot accuracy and speed targets.


• Contribute towards a clean and safe working environment, ensuring that personal actions do not compromise health and safety of self and/or colleagues at all times.


• Handle customer stock with care and consideration to minimise damages and maximise customer service.


• Adhere to instructions and guidelines regarding manual handling and the use of Mechanical Handling equipment, including pre-operational checks and reporting of defects.


• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles, stacking stock onto and off pallets in a safe and stable manner ready for transit.


• Full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Previous FLT experience is required; licence/certificate is not mandatory, but familiarity with the type of FLT operated (Flexi and counterbalance) is important.


• Ability to work in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.


• A "can do", right first time and passionate approach.


• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern.


• Safety Shoes.

Details

• Salary: Pay rate starts at 13.43 basic rate per hour.


• Day 1 training and forklift drivers' assessment prior to start to assess experience.


• Full-time positions on a 2-week rotating shift pattern.


• Location: Millbrook, Southampton.


• Hours of work: Rotating shifts Monday-Friday; shifts rotate every 2 weeks.

Notes

This role requires long-term commitment and is not suitable for candidates seeking short-term temporary work.

Benefits of working with us

• Weekly Pay


• Pension Scheme


• Holiday Pay


• Performance bonus and weekend pay enhancements


• Free parking


• Onsite canteen


• Helpful onsite team


• Online discount and voucher scheme


• Mortgage references

If you are interested in the above Forklift Driver role please apply.

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