Forklift Driver

TXM Recruit; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

TXM Recruit near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire is seeking a dual-skilled Forklift and 3.5t Driver on a 3-6 month contract with immediate start and stable hours.

The role combines warehouse tasks, multi-drop/shuttle driving, and light logistics admin. Valid UK Forklift Licence and Category B/LWB driving licence required; basic computer skills.

Pay is £14.50 per hour, with overtime at £21.75 per hour under PAYE; on-site parking available and regular hours.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Forklift Licence.
• Valid UK Driving Licence allowing 3.5-tonne vehicles (Cat B/LWB).
• Basic computer literacy for daily admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Forklift operations: load/unload and organise deliveries in yard/warehouse.
• Drive 3.5t vehicles for stock movement and deliveries.
• Organise deliveries and log inventory using basic computer systems.

Skills

Forklift licence

3.5t driving licence

Computer literacy

Job description

Forklift Driver / 3.5t Van Driver

Location: Near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Salary: £14.50 - £21.75 per hour (PAYE)

Job Type: Contract, Temporary

Duration: 3 - 6 Months

Position Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dual-skilled Forklift and 3.5t Driver to join a highly successful company based near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. This is a stable 3 to 6-month contract offering an immediate start, consistent hours, and an excellent overtime structure paid at premium rates.

This role offers a great balance of warehouse operations, multi-drop/shuttle driving, and light computer-based logistics work.

Key Responsibilities

• Forklift Operations: Safely loading, unloading, and organizing incoming/outgoing deliveries within the yard and warehouse environment.
• Driving Duties: Operating long-wheelbase (LWB) commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes for stock movement and deliveries.
• Logistics & Admin: Organising deliveries and using basic computer systems to update records and log inventory data.

Requirements

• A valid UK Forklift Licence.
• A valid UK Driving Licence allowing you to drive 3.5-tonne vehicles (Category B / LWB experience).
• Basic computer literacy to handle daily delivery admin.
• A reliable, hardworking approach with a commitment to the full length of the contract.

Job Benefits & Pay

• Standard Pay: £14.50 per hour (PAYE)
• Overtime Pay: £21.75 per hour (PAYE)
• Full employee rights and benefits via PAYE structure.
• Free on-site parking.