Forklift Driver

Pertemps Bond; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Immediate start

Full-time temporary assignment

Supportive and friendly team

Job summary

Pertemps Bond in Tewkesbury is seeking a proactive Forklift Driver to join our busy warehouse team on a full-time temporary basis. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, handle goods in/goods out and support stock control with high accuracy.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable using internal systems to record stock and dispatch orders. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Experience in fast-paced warehouse environments.
• Good stock management and inventory control.
• Confident with IT systems and internal software.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Manage goods in and goods out activities.
• Receive, check and book stock into the warehouse.
• Pick, prepare and dispatch orders in line with business requirements.
• Ensure stock is issued accurately and on time.
• Maintain stock records using internal systems.
• Carry out regular stock checks and assist with stock takes.

Skills

Stock management

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Tools

Stock control systems

Job description

Forklift Driver needed in Tewkesbury, Salary: £13.50 per hour, Job Type: Full-time, Temporary, Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday 07:30-16:00, Immediate start available for the right candidate following a successful interview process.

Job Description

Join a growing, well-invested business in Tewkesbury and become part of a busy, fast-paced warehouse team. We are looking for a proactive Warehouse Stores Operative to support goods in, goods out and stock management activities within a manufacturing environment.

This hands-on temporary position is ideal for someone with strong warehouse and stores experience, excellent stock control skills and a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence. You will play a key role in ensuring materials are received, stored, issued and dispatched accurately while maintaining high standards of organisation, safety and efficiency throughout the warehouse operation.

Role and Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Manage goods in and goods out activities.
• Receive, check and accurately book stock into the warehouse.
• Pick, prepare and dispatch orders in line with business requirements.
• Ensure stock is issued accurately and on time.
• Maintain precise stock records using internal systems.
• Carry out regular stock checks and assist with stock take activities.
• Correctly code, label and track all materials.
• Load and unload deliveries safely.
• Prepare goods for dispatch and collection.
• Ensure warehouse locations are organised and maintained effectively.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and warehouse best practices.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and support 5S activities.
• Identify stock discrepancies and report issues promptly.
• Support wider warehouse and operational activities as required.

About You

• Previous warehouse or stores experience with a strong focus on goods in and goods out.
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential.
• Ideally experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Good stock management and inventory control experience.
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience using warehouse stock control systems.
• Good IT skills and confidence using internal systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Flexible and willing to support different areas of the warehouse when required.

What We Offer

• £13.50 per hour.
• Full-time temporary assignment.
• Monday-Friday, 07:30-16:00 working hours.
• Immediate start available.
• Opportunity to join a growing and well-invested business.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Varied and hands-on warehouse role.
• Free onsite parking.