Forklift Driver

Alsford; Erith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading builders' merchant based in Erith is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of delivery vehicles. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a similar environment, strong attention to health and safety, and a commitment to excellent teamwork. The company offers a comprehensive job package, including annual pay reviews and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual pay review

In-house training

Health checks

Company life assurance

Discounted goods

Cycle to work scheme

Profit share incentive scheme

Employee assistance programme

33 days holiday

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a similar working environment.
• Ability to multi-task responsibilities effectively.
• Commitment to health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient loading and unloading of delivery vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with safe loading practices and current legislation.
• Perform daily inspections of the FLT.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Health and safety compliance

Education

Good level of spoken and written English

Job description

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Do you consider yourself a motivated and committed person? Are you seeking a new, physical and fulfilling role where being a great team player is essential? If yes, then we have the opportunity for you.

Overall Objective

The Loader/FLT Driver primary functions are the safe and efficient loading and unloading of all delivery vehicles and serving of both internal and external customers.

Key areas will be to ensure that all goods picked and loaded are accurately picked and undamaged and meet the customers’ demands in terms of quality/condition. This will involve the safe loading of various types of vehicles, ensuring compliance to safe loading practices and current legislation, working in conjunction with Logistics.

They will also be involved in stock control from goods inwards accuracy to carrying out stock counts, ensuring the materials arriving are of the correct standard and conform to the agreed Chain of Custody requirements.

They will be responsible for the daily inspection of their FLT and the safe operation of this on a daily basis, reporting all defects as required and conform to the Company H&S Policy on all occasions.

Job Description

A Loader / FLT Driver will be expected to perform any of the following tasks:

• Ensure the accurate and efficient loading and unloading of all consignments / branches / Logistics vehicles.
• Ensure the safe storage of all goods handled.
• Ensure that the correct procedures are completed in respect of all paperwork for incoming goods. Ensure the checking and inspection of goods unloaded on site.
• Ensure that the production/distribution areas receive stock as required.
• Ensure that skips are emptied. Assist the Operations Manager in ensuring that the presentation standards of the site are maintained to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure the safe strapping/containment of split/mixed sheet materials/timber suitable for safe and secure delivery.
• Ensure that the daily checking and reporting procedures regarding forklift maintenance are completed.
• Maintain the safe movement of timber around the site.
• Good knowledge of timber and stock in the yard and factory.
• Ensure Health & Safety policy is fully observed and is of the up most priority.
• Always ensure that safe working practices are strictly adhered to
• Other reasonable duties as arising, as specified by the Operations Manager
  
  

Education/Qualifications/Experience: Must have a good level of spoken and written English.

A relevant background and experience in a similar working environment with ability to multi-task responsibilities as above. Preferably with at least 1 years, work experience in this industry.

What We Can Offer You

We at Alsford pride ourselves on being a great place to work, through our values and family feel culture.

In return, you will have every opportunity to progress within an expanding business.

The Job Package

• Annual pay review
• In house training
• Health checks
• Company’s life assurance of 4 x basic annual salary
• Discounted goods
• Cycle to work scheme
• Profit share incentive scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Refer a friend scheme
  
  

If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.

Click apply today to begin your Alsford journey.

Alsford is a Builders' Merchant, supplying timber, tools, and building materials to Trade and DIY customers.

Alsford Timber Ltd has been around since 1882 and is now the largest Timber and Builders’ Merchant in South East England, with 19 branches across Kent, Surrey, London, East Sussex, and West Sussex.

We've spent over 130 years creating the Alsford brand you see today because, like you, we believe in building things to last.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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