Forklift Driver

Edwards Employment Solutions Ltd; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Friendly team environment

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Long-term career prospects

Job summary

Edwards Employment Solutions Ltd is recruiting for experienced Forklift Drivers to join a busy warehouse and distribution operation in Chesterfield.

We require valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licences and previous forklift experience in a warehouse. You will operate forklifts, load/unload, move stock, and support goods-in and goods-out with a safety-first approach. Temp-to-perm opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licences.
• Previous experience operating forklift trucks within a warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; able to work as part of a team and uphold safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance and Reach Trucks safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Move stock throughout the warehouse.
• Pick and replenish stock.
• Carry out stock checks where required.
• Support goods-in and goods-out operations.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Counterbalance truck

Reach truck

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

Forklift Driver

Location: Chesterfield
Pay: £14.35 per hour
Temp to Perm | Multiple Shift Patterns Available

We're currently recruiting for experienced Forklift Drivers to join a busy warehouse and distribution operation based in Chesterfield.

We are looking for candidates with experience operating both Counterbalance and Reach Trucks who are confident working within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term position with a well-established company, offering competitive pay and a supportive working environment.

Shift Patterns

Multiple shift patterns are available to suit different availability.

The Role

• Operating Counterbalance and Reach Trucks safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Moving stock throughout the warehouse.
• Picking and replenishing stock.
• Carrying out stock checks where required.
• Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licences.
• Previous experience operating forklift trucks within a warehouse environment.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high safety standards.

What's on Offer?

• £14.35 per hour.
• Multiple shift patterns available.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Genuine temp-to-perm opportunity.
• Long-term career prospects with an established employer.