Forklift Driver

Aligra Personnel Ltd; Newbury; Sur place; GBP 16 000 - 23 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aligra Personnel Ltd is seeking an experienced warehouse operative near Newbury, on the outskirts of Thatcham, to work with heavy, large and delicate products in a busy yard. You will operate forklifts and shunt vehicles, loading and unloading with care, and maintain stock records within a safety-focused team environment.

The role offers £14.00 per hour, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week) in a reputable distribution setting with strong health and safety standards and opportunities to handle

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence is essential due to location and operational tasks.
• Proven experience as a warehouse operative and forklift driver.
• Ability to load, unload, and manage stock of heavy and fragile items.
• Commitment to following strict health and safety procedures.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic in a physically demanding role.
• Comfortable working in a team and independently when required.

Responsabilités

• Operating forklifts and shunting vehicles to move stock efficiently.
• Loading and unloading heavy and fragile products with care.
• Maintaining accurate stock records and assisting with stock checks.
• Following detailed health and safety protocols at all times.
• Supporting warehouse operations including tidiness and organisation.
• Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors.

Connaissances

Forklift operation

Driving licence

Teamwork

Health and safety adherence

Stock handling

Outils

Forklift

Description du poste

Are you an experienced warehouse operative with a valid driving licence and forklift experience?

This role based on the outskirts of Thatcham, working with heavy, large and delicate products, supporting distribution operations while strictly following health and safety guidelines. If you're serious about your career and meet the requirements, this could be your perfect next step!

Have you worked for Gen Hire, MKM Building Supplies or Buildbase(Huws Gray)? If so, this opportunity could be ideal for you!

We're looking for skilled warehouse operatives used to working in busy yards and warehouse settings, ready to bring their expertise to a new challenge.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• £14.00 per hour


• Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)


• Opportunity to operate forklifts and shunt vehicles daily


• Work with a reputable client in a well-organised yard environment


• Be part of a safety-conscious team that prioritises well-being


• Gain experience handling fragile, heavy products essential to supply chains

Key Requirements:

• Valid driving licence is essential due to location and operational tasks


• Proven experience as a warehouse operative and forklift driver


• Ability to safely load, unload, and manage stock of heavy and fragile items


• Commitment to following strict health and safety procedures


• Reliability and a strong work ethic in a physically demanding role


• Comfortable working in a team and independently when required

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Operating forklifts and shunting vehicles to move stock efficiently


• Loading and unloading heavy and fragile products with care


• Maintaining accurate stock records and assisting with stock checks


• Following detailed health and safety protocols at all times


• Supporting warehouse operations including tidiness and organisation


• Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK's leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors