Forklift Driver

Oak Employment Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in East Anglia seeks an experienced Forklift Driver for a day shift role in Ipswich. The position offers £12.50 per hour with the potential for increased pay upon full training. Responsibilities include safe forklift operation and general warehouse duties. Applicants should possess a valid forklift license and previous warehouse experience, along with strong communication skills. Casual dress code and free onsite parking provided.

Benefits

Temp-to-perm route

No weekend work

Free onsite parking

Casual dress code

Onsite canteen

Clean, modern, and well-equipped warehouse

Up to £13.50 per hour once fully trained

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Licence and operational experience required.
• Experience in warehouse settings and manual handling is essential.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and manage loading/unloading of products.
• Perform general warehouse duties efficiently and safely.
• Maintain equipment effectiveness and compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Valid Forklift Licence and operational experience (Counterbalance)

Previous warehouse and manual handling experience

Good attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organised, punctual, and a proactive team player

Flexible and practical approach to tasks

Packing experience preferred

Job description

Overview

Forklift Drivers – Day Shift

Ipswich | £12.50 per hour (PAYE)

Monday to Friday, 8am – 5:30pm

Are you an experienced Forklift Driver looking for a new opportunity with a reputable and forward-thinking employer? Our large Ipswich-based client is offering excellent packages and a clean, modern working environment.

Forklift refresher courses can be potentially arranged for experienced forklift drivers!

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Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts
• Pick, pack, load, and unload products as per customer specifications
• Perform general warehouse duties efficiently and safely
• Maintain and report on the operational effectiveness of equipment and machinery
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with Health & Safety policies
• Keep personal PPE in good condition and follow safety procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively within a team and take responsibility for individual tasks
• Seek training and stay up to date with industry best practices

Skills & Experience Required

• Valid Forklift Licence and operational experience (Counterbalance)
• Previous warehouse and manual handling experience
• Good attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised, punctual, and a proactive team player
• Flexible and practical approach to tasks
• Packing experience preferred
• Our client will apply for a DBS check on your behalf

What We Offer

• Temp-to-perm route
• No weekend work
• Free onsite parking
• Casual dress code
• Onsite canteen
• Clean, modern, and well-equipped warehouse
• Up to £13.50 per hour once fully trained

"The team at Oak Employment Ltd has over 20 years of experience supplying staff throughout East Anglia.

All job details are accurate at the time of posting but may be subject to change.

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