Forklift Driver

Cathay Investments Limited; Winsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

3PL Resources in Winsford is hiring an FLT Operative to drive pallets, pick stock, and support the warehouse floor. The role includes using RF scanners and working within a VNAs layout. You will join a dynamic team with a pathway to permanent employment after a 12-week temp period.

Candidates must hold a valid FLT licence, have good literacy and numeracy, and be reliable and energetic. Shift is Mon–Fri, 06:00–15:00, with 42.5 hours paid per week.

Qualifications

• Valid, accredited FLT licence with proven experience.
• Strong reading and numerical skills for reading labels and stock checks.
• Reliable, self-motivated and dependable with an upbeat attitude.

Responsibilities

• FLT Operation: safely operate FLT trucks to store and despatch pallets in VNAs.
• Order Picking: pick full pallets and occasional carton picking from height.
• Inventory Control: use RF scanners to stock check and update the WMS in real time.
• Safety & Maintenance: perform pre-inspections and follow health and safety rules.
• Housekeeping: keep aisles clean, remove shrink wrap, and clear the yard.
• Team Support: assist management with daily operations on the warehouse floor.

Skills

FLT licence

Attention to detail

Literacy & numeracy

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse management system

Job description

Shift: Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 15:00 (42.5 hours paid per week)

About the Role

At 3PL Resources, our FLT Operatives are pivotal to the daily logistics operation. You will be driving the flow of pallets through the building, managing both inbound stock and outbound despatches. This is a dynamic role where your time will be split between operating trucks in specialized layouts and supporting the wider floor team to keep the warehouse moving efficiently.

A Career Opportunity (Temp-to-Perm)

This role offers excellent long-term stability. After 12 weeks, we will be bringing successful candidates onto our sister company Amethyst Group Limited as full-time, permanent members of staff. Show us your reliability and work ethic, and secure a permanent future with a leading logistics provider.

Key Responsibilities

• FLT Operation: Safely operate FLT trucks to put away stock and retrieve pallets for despatch within Very Narrow Aisles (VNA).
• Order Picking: Accurately pick full pallets, as well as occasional carton picking from height ("picking from the air").
• Inventory Control: Use hand-held RF (Radio Frequency) scanners to perform stock checks, read labels, and update the warehouse management system in real time.
• Safety & Maintenance: Conduct routine pre-inspections on equipment and strictly follow workplace health and safety rules.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, hazard-free environment by sweeping aisles, removing shrink wrap, clearing the yard, and removing obstructions.
• Team Support: Assist the management team with daily operations, which will include leaving the truck to undertake manual handling and warehouse floor duties.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: Valid, accredited FLT licence with proven experience.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, good literacy and numeracy skills for reading labels and tracking stock, and excellent organisational abilities.
• Attributes: Reliable, self-motivated, and dependable with an upbeat, energised attitude.
• Flexibility: A true team player who is physically fit and happy to adapt to a variety of tasks, whether on or off the truck.

join the team in Winsford!