Forklift Driver

The Best Connection Employment Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking experienced Counterbalance and Reach Truck Drivers for their warehouse team in Slough. You will be responsible for operating forklifts safely, loading, unloading, and maintaining the warehouse organization. The role involves a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, requiring flexibility for day and night shifts. Competitive pay and potential for permanent placement are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

Ongoing, long-term work

On-site parking

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach Truck licences.
• Previous warehouse experience in a similar role.
• Comfortable with manual handling and physically fit.

Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance and Reach FLTs safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles and pallets.
• Maintaining organisation in the warehouse.

Skills

Counterbalance Truck Operation

Reach Truck Operation

Manual Handling

Attention to Detail

Job description

Overview

We are seeking experienced Counterbalance and Reach Truck Drivers to join our growing warehouse team in Slough.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for safely operating Counterbalance and Reach FLTs, as well as carrying out general warehouse duties, including some handballing (manual loading and unloading).

The position works on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with 12-hour shifts, covering both days and nights, so flexibility is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance and Reach FLTs safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles and pallets.
• Transporting stock throughout the warehouse and maintaining organisation.
• Manual handling and handballing when required.
• Supporting general warehouse operations when needed.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach Truck licences
• Previous warehouse experience in a similar role.
• Comfortable with manual handling and physically fit.
• Flexibility to work both days and nights on a 4 on 4 off rota.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing, long-term work with the potential for permanent placement.
• Well-structured 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
• On-site parking and good transport links.
• Supportive team and safe, modern warehouse environment.