Forklift Driver

Prime Appointments Ltd; Leiston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Permanent after trial

25 days holiday

Bank holidays included

Income protection

Enhanced overtime

Supportive environment

Job summary

Prime Appointments Ltd in Leiston is seeking a qualified Forklift Driver for a long-term, permanent role after a 3-month trial. You will operate a Counterbalance forklift, collect parts, and handle goods in a busy warehouse.

Requirements include a valid Counterbalance forklift licence, a full UK C1 driving licence, and previous warehouse experience. We value reliability, proactivity, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence.
• Full UK C1 driving licence.
• Previous warehouse or stores experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Reliable and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently.
• Process goods inwards and outwards.
• Pick and pack parts accurately.
• Maintain stock accuracy and inventory records.
• Load and unload deliveries.
• Transport materials around the warehouse and site.
• Collect parts from local suppliers using company vehicles.
• Carry out regular stock checks and support stores operations.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Full UK C1 driving licence

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Reliable and proactive

Job description

Looking for a long-term role with great benefits, overtime and real job security? We’re looking for a qualified Forklift Driver to join a well-established business in Leiston.

Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent following a successful 3-month trial period

We’re currently looking for a Forklift Driver to join a well-established local business in Leiston, known for looking after its staff and offering real stability.

You’ll need a valid Counterbalance forklift licence and a full UK C1 driving licence, as the role includes collecting parts from local suppliers in company vehicles. Previous warehouse or stores experience is preferred, but we’re mostly looking for someone reliable, proactive and good with the details.

Forklift Driver duties

• Operating a Counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently
• Processing goods inwards and outwards
• Picking and packing parts accurately
• Maintaining stock accuracy and inventory records
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Transporting materials around the warehouse and site
• Collecting parts and materials from local suppliers using company vehicles
• Carrying out regular stock checks and supporting stores operations

What we’re looking for

• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence
• Full UK C1 driving licence
• Previous warehouse or stores experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• A reliable, proactive approach to work

Benefits

• Immediate start available
• Permanent position after a successful 3-month trial
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays after probation
• Income protection scheme
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Supportive, friendly working environment