Forklift driver

Driver Hire Bedford and Huntingdon; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Full-time potential

Ongoing work

Job summary

Driver Hire Bedford and Huntingdon is recruiting an experienced Reach Forklift Driver for the Falkirk area. This is a 12 week temp-to-perm role with ongoing Monday–Friday shifts and potential full-time opportunities.

The position uses a 5-ton forklift with double forks, pays £14.52 per hour with accrued holiday pay or £16.27 per hour with advanced holiday pay, and offers overtime. Reliable, punctual candidates with a valid forklift ticket are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experienced in operating a Reach Forklift.
• Confident operating a 5-ton forklift.
• Must hold a valid forklift ticket; in-house certificates accepted.

Skills

Reach forklift

5-ton forklift

Forklift ticket

Reliability

Punctuality

Team player

Job description

Reach Forklift Driver Wanted – Falkirk

Job details

• Full Time
• Permanent
• Falkirk
• Posted on 26 August 2026
• 16.27 USD / Year
• Job Ref: 093/00907
• Salary: £16.27 per hour

£14.52 or £16.27 per hour | Monday–Friday | Ongoing Work | Potential Full-Time Opportunity

Are you an experienced Reach Forklift Driver looking for your next opportunity?

We’re currently recruiting for a fantastic position with one of our valued clients in the Falkirk area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy team, secure consistent weekday work and potentially move into a full-time position. This is a 12 week temp to perm.

The Role

• Position: Reach Forklift Driver
• Forklift: 5-ton forklift truck with double forks
• Location: Falkirk
• Hours:
  • Monday–Thursday: 07:30–17:30
  • Friday: 07:30–15:30
• Pay: £14.52 per hour + accrued holiday pay
• Alternative pay: £16.27 per hour with advanced holiday pay
• Work: Ongoing, with the potential to become permanent/full-time
• Overtime: Available

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced in operating a Reach Forklift
• Confident operating a 5-ton forklift
• In possession of a valid forklift ticket – in-house certificates are accepted
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Comfortable working as part of a busy team
• Available for ongoing Monday–Friday work

What’s On Offer

• Steady Monday–Friday hours
• Competitive pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Ongoing work
• Potential to move into a full-time position
• The opportunity to work with a well-established and valued client

If you’re an experienced forklift driver looking for stable, ongoing work in the Falkirk area, we’d love to hear from you!