Forklift Driver

AC Goatham & Son; Hoo St. Werburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Hoo St. Werburgh seeks an experienced Forklift Driver to support operations across sites. The role involves operating forklifts to move products, ensuring hygiene and safety standards, and working alongside a team. Ideal candidates will have a history in warehouse roles, with a focus on responsibility and a positive attitude. Offering competitive pay of £13.15/h-£14.15/h, the position incorporates a flexible shift schedule and various employee benefits including holiday pay and pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Fortnightly pay

Learning and development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Company accommodation if required

Free Wi-Fi

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a forklift, warehouse, or stores-based role.
• Ability to follow health, safety, and food hygiene standards.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift trucks to transport goods.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Report damaged goods or non-conformances.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Manual handling

Teamwork

Communication

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Valid forklift licence/certificate

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Forklift Driver to join our Production team. This role will involve working across all A. C. Goatham sites, as required. This opportunity is open to candidates have previous forklift experience. The purpose of this role is to support the safe and efficient movement of products within our yard and production areas. The successful candidate will operate forklift trucks and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and productive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating forklift trucks to transport goods within production and yard areas
• Feeding packhouses with packaging and produce as required
• Ensuring products are stored correctly, including within cold stores
• Working in a cold store environment (0-5°C)
• Loading and unloading cold stores and deliveries
• Loading tipper trucks
• Keeping forklift driving areas free from spills and obstructions
• Carrying out regular checks on forklift equipment
• Working on apple/pear graders, tray packs, and pre-size operations
• Assisting with additional tasks within production and yard areas
• Repetitive manual handling of products (up to 18kg)
• Maintaining clean-as-you-go standards
• Upholding high levels of hygiene and health & safety
• Reporting any damaged goods, non-conformances, or accidents to management

Ideal Forklift Driver

• Have previous experience in a forklift, warehouse, or stores-based role
• Hold a valid forklift licence/certificate (desirable but not essential)
• Take responsibility for their own actions
• Understand and follow health, safety, and food hygiene standards
• Be comfortable in a physical role with regular manual handling
• Work well as part of a team and communicate effectively
• Show a positive, flexible, and can-do attitude
• Be willing to learn and develop new skills, including handheld scanners
• Take pride in A. C. Goatham, our products, and our processes

Working Hours

• Early shift: 06:00 - 17:00
• Day shift: 07:00 - 18:00
• Late shift: 13:00 - 24:00
• Flexibility is required, working 5 days per week in line with the shift pattern

Salary

£13.15/h-£14.15/h, depending on experience

What we can offer

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (with the opportunity to earn more with service)
• Pension scheme
• Fortnightly pay
• Learning and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Company accommodation if required
• Free Wi-Fi