Forklift Driver

Jobandtalent; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced FLT Driver to operate vehicles safely in Millbrook, Southampton. Responsibilities include loading/unloading deliveries and maintaining a secure working environment. Candidates should have previous FLT experience, flexibility for rotating shifts, and a commitment to long-term work. This position offers competitive pay and a range of benefits including weekly pay and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Holiday pay

Performance bonus

Free parking

Onsite canteen

Qualifications

• Previous FLT experience is required; familiarity with Flexi and counterbalance is necessary.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of FLT vehicles in a busy industrial environment.
• Accurately receive, pick, and load customer orders.
• Contribute towards a clean and safe working environment.
• Handle customer stock carefully to minimize damages.

Skills

FLT operation

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

FLT Driver. 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 some new business opportunities and are looking for core team members to join the operation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of FLT vehicles to meet the demands of the business in 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 the health and safety of self and/or colleagues at all times
• Handle customer stock with care to minimise damages and maximise customer service
• Adhere to instructions and guidelines regarding manual handling, the use of mechanical handling equipment, including pre-operational checks, reporting of defects, and the safe use and operation of all equipment
• Loading and unloading of delivery vehicles, stacking stock onto and off pallets in a safe and stable manner ready for transit
• Full training will be provided

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous FLT experience is required; licence/certificate is not mandatory, please be familiar with the type of FLT previously operated (Flexi and counterbalance)
• 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 footwear

Salary & Schedule

• Pay rate starts at £13.43 basic rate per hour
• Day 1 training suitable for all candidates; a forklift drivers' assessment will be conducted prior to day 1 to assess experience
• Full-time positions on a 2-week rotating shift pattern
• Location: Millbrook, Southampton
• Hours: Rotating shifts Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00, rotating every 2 weeks
• Paid breaks - 30 mins daily, fully paid; 40 hours paid weekly even though weekly working hours are 37.5

Role Context

• Role requires long-term commitment and is not suitable for candidates seeking short-term temporary work

Benefits

• 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 FLT Driver role please apply.

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