Forklift Driver

Prime Appointments; Witham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Full uniform and PPE provided

Job summary

Prime Appointments are partnering with a well-established civil merchant in Witham seeking an experienced FLT Driver to join the team. The role focuses on safe operation of a Counterbalance forklift and Telehandler, loading/unloading, and yard organisation.

Applicants should hold a valid Counterbalance FLT or Telehandler licence and have prior forklift experience, preferably in a builder's merchant or warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT or JCB Telehandler licence is essential.
• Previous FLT driving experience.
• Experience in builder's merchant or similar environment is a bonus.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift and Telehandler safely.
• Load and unload vehicles and move materials around yard/warehouse.
• Check incoming/outgoing goods for accuracy and damage.
• Assist with stock checks and keep area tidy and safe.

Skills

FLT Driving Experience

Team player

Reliability

Good communication

Tools

Counterbalance FLT

Telehandler

Job description

Prime Appointments are currently working with a well-established and growing independent civil merchant based in Witham, who are looking for an experienced FLT Driver to join their busy team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced FLT Driver who has previously worked within a builder's merchant, yard or warehouse environment and is confident operating a Counterbalance Forklift.

Location: Witham

Salary: £12.71-£13.50

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm

Job Type: Temp to Perm

Duties will include:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift and Telehandler safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving and organising materials around the yard and warehouse
• Checking incoming and outgoing goods are correct and damage-free
• Picking and preparing materials for customers and deliveries
• Assisting with stock checks
• Keeping the yard and warehouse clean, tidy and organised
• Following all health and safety procedures
• Working efficiently to meet daily deadlines
• Supporting the wider yard team when required

Requirements:

• Valid Counterbalance FLT or JCB Telehandler licence is essential
• Previous FLT driving experience
• Experience working within a builder's merchant or similar environment is a bonus
• Good communication skills
• Reliable and hardworking
• Able to work as part of a team
• Good attention to detail
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Benefits:

• Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free on-site parking
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Permanent position with a growing company

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