Forklift Driver

Construction, Property and Engineering; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 51,577,000 - 57,529,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via CIS/Umbrella/PAYE

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a flexible Forklift Driver for a 4-week project on a busy site in Sevenoaks, with start date Monday, 12 October 2026. You will operate the forklift to offload deliveries and support site trades, with 9 paid hours per day.

Candidates must hold NPORS with CSCS or CPCS, CSCS card, full PPE, and have 1–2 years of site experience; UK right to work. Weekly pay options CIS/Umbrella/PAYE and site safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Valid NPORS (CSCS) or CPCS for forklift operation.
• Valid CSCS card is essential.
• Full PPE provided and used on site.

Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift to offload deliveries, stack materials, and support work areas across site.
• Conduct daily pre-shift checks and log any issues with machinery.
• Hands-on teamwork: assist site trades when plant is downtime and move materials manually.

Skills

NPORS Card

CSCS Card

PPE

Flexible attitude

Site experience

Job description

New Forklift Driver position available at Randstad CPE 01622 357230

Job Title: Forklift Driver / Site Operative

Location: Sevenoaks, Kent (TN13 / TN14 / TN15)

Start Date: Monday, 12th October 2026

Contract Duration: 4 Weeks

Working Hours: 9 Hours Paid Per Day (Monday to Friday)

Pay Rate: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour (dependent on tickets and pay structure)

About the Role

We are recruiting a flexible, team-player Forklift Driver for an upcoming 4-week project on a busy site in Sevenoaks, starting Monday, 12th October 2026.

This role guarantees 9 paid hours per day. We need an adaptable operator who is happy to jump out of the cab to assist the site team with general duties, offloading, and material handling when the machine is not in motion.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating the forklift to offload deliveries, stack materials, and supply work areas across site.

• Conducting daily pre-shift machinery checks and logging any issues.

• Hands-on teamwork: Stepping out of the machine during plant downtime to assist site trades, move materials manually, and keep work areas clear.

• Working closely with the Site Manager, gateman, and subcontractors to keep site logistics moving smoothly.

• Following site safety procedures and maintaining clear access routes.

Requirements

• Valid NPORS Card (with CSCS logo) OR CPCS Card (Forklift / Telehandler / Counterbalance accredited).

• Valid CSCS Card (essential).

• Full PPE (Steel toe-cap boots, high-vis vest/jacket, hard hat, and gloves).

• A flexible, proactive attitude-must be willing to jump off the machine and pitch in with general site tasks as needed.

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience operating on active construction or materials sites.

• Right to work in the UK.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 paid hours per day (45 paid hours per week).

• Start Date: Monday, 12th October 2026.

• Duration: 4 weeks guaranteed work.

• Weekly pay via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE options.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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