Forklift Driver

Kingdom People; Headcorn; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent Monday-to-Friday working

Rotating shift pattern between day and

Busy warehouse environment with FLT as

Varied role combining FLT operation

Job summary

Kingdom People is currently recruiting for a Counterbalance FLT Driver / Warehouse Operative to join our busy distribution team. The role centers on safe Counterbalance FLT operation and will include general warehouse tasks as required.

You must hold a valid in-date Counterbalance FLT certificate and have PPT experience, with previous warehouse experience. A reliable transport and good English communication are essential for timely attendance on rotating day/afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Valid, in-date Counterbalance FLT certificate.
• Previous Counterbalance FLT driving experience is essential.
• Previous PPT experience is essential.
• Relevant warehouse experience is required.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently to move, load, unload, and position stock.
• Transporting pallets and materials around the warehouse and designated storage areas.
• Using PPT equipment as required.
• Carrying out general warehouse duties when required, including picking, packing, loading, unloading, and moving stock.
• Supporting the movement and storage of goods throughout the warehouse.
• Completing relevant equipment checks and reporting faults or safety concerns.
• Following health and safety procedures and maintaining a clean working environment.

Skills

FLT driving

PPT experience

Warehouse experience

English skills

Job description

Counterbalance FLT Driver / Warehouse Operative

Shifts Available: Monday to Friday - Rotating Shifts

Shift Patterns

• Day Shift: 07:00 - 15:00
• Afternoon Shift: 15:00 - 23:00

Please note: This is a rotating shift pattern, and candidates must be available to work both the day and afternoon shifts.

We are currently recruiting experienced Counterbalance FLT Drivers to join our team in a busy warehouse environment. The primary responsibility of this role is to operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently, with additional warehouse operative duties as required.

Candidates must hold a valid, in-date Counterbalance FLT certificate, have previous PPT experience, and be confident carrying out both forklift driving and general warehouse tasks.

Applicants must be reliable, physically fit, flexible, and able to drive with their own reliable transport to ensure punctual attendance for their allocated shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently to move, load, unload, and position stock.
• Transporting pallets and materials around the warehouse and designated storage areas.
• Using PPT equipment as required.
• Carrying out general warehouse duties when required, including picking, packing, loading, unloading, and moving stock.
• Supporting the efficient movement and storage of goods throughout the warehouse.
• Completing relevant equipment checks and reporting any faults or safety concerns.
• Following all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and organised working environment.

Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Must hold a valid, in-date Counterbalance FLT certificate.
• Previous Counterbalance FLT driving experience is essential.
• Previous PPT experience is essential.
• Relevant warehouse experience is required.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual warehouse duties.
• Must be able to drive and have reliable transport to and from work.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work a rotating Monday-to-Friday shift pattern, covering both day and afternoon shifts.

What We Offer

• Consistent Monday-to-Friday working.
• A rotating shift pattern covering day and afternoon shifts.
• An opportunity to work in a busy warehouse where FLT driving is the primary responsibility.
• A varied role combining Counterbalance FLT operation with supporting warehouse duties.