Forklift Driver

Interaction Recruitment; Marden; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking an experienced FLT Driver to join a busy Kent warehouse. You will safely operate a forklift to move stock and pallets, assist with goods in/out, and support general warehouse duties.

The role requires a current FLT licence, the ability to work the 12:00–00:00 shift, and reliable transport to the TN12 area. Training is provided on site, with pay starting at £14.50 per hour and rising to £15.75 when fully trained.

Qualifications

• Current, transferable FLT licence required.
• Experience operating FLT in a warehouse environment.
• Willingness to perform general warehouse duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an FLT to move pallets and products.
• Load and unload vehicles using the FLT.
• Move stock to correct storage locations.
• Prepare stock and pallets for dispatch.
• Move completed orders for collection or delivery.

Skills

FLT operator

Warehouse

Loading/unloading

Safety conscious

Team player

Job description

Forklift Driver

Location: Marden / Tonbridge, Kent – TN12 area

Shift: 12:00 midday – 12:00 midnight
Shift pattern: 5 days on / 2 days off OR 4 days on / 3 days off
Pay: £14.50 per hour during site training, increasing to £15.75 per hour once fully trained

We are looking for an experienced FLT Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a busy warehouse team.

This is a hands‑on warehouse position where you will be responsible for safely operating an FLT to move stock and pallets around the site, while also supporting the wider warehouse operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operating an FLT to move pallets and products around the warehouse
• Loading and unloading vehicles using the FLT
• Moving incoming stock to the correct storage locations
• Loading and positioning pallets safely and efficiently
• Preparing stock and pallets for dispatch
• Moving completed orders ready for collection or delivery
• Assisting with goods‑in and goods‑out activities
• Checking pallets and stock as they are received and moved
• Ensuring products are stored safely and correctly
• Carrying out pre‑use checks on the FLT and reporting any issues
• Following all FLT operating procedures and site safety requirements
• Maintaining safe working practices around pedestrians and other warehouse equipment
• Keeping the warehouse and working areas clean, tidy and organised
• Assisting with general warehouse duties when required
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure stock is moved efficiently and accurately

Although FLT operation will be a key part of the position, this is a hands‑on warehouse role, and you will be expected to assist with general warehouse duties when required.

FLT Licence Required

Candidates must hold a current, full and transferable FLT licence and have previous experience operating an FLT in a warehouse environment.

You will still be required to complete the company's site‑specific training and assessment before operating independently.

Pay:

• £14.50 per hour during site training
• £15.75 per hour once fully trained

About You

• Experienced and confident FLT operator
• Current, transferable FLT licence
• Safety‑conscious and responsible
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working in a busy warehouse environment
• Physically fit and happy to carry out general warehouse duties
• Able to follow site procedures and safety instructions
• Good team player
• Previous experience within a produce, food or fast‑paced warehouse environment would be advantageous

Own Transport Essential

Due to the location of the site, candidates must have their own transport and be able to drive to work.

The site is in the TN12 area and is not accessible by public transport, particularly given the shift times.

Please check your journey to the site before applying and ensure you can reliably travel to and from work for the full shift.