Forklift Driver

Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vending machines

Free hot drinks

Public transport access

Performance bonuses

Birthday off

Job summary

Owen Payne Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Forklift Operator to join a leading palletised freight distributor based in Wolverhampton. The role offers a 12-week temp-to-perm pathway with benefits, in a new purpose-built facility.

Working in a high-volume distribution hub, you will load/unload double-decker trailers, operate within a busy environment, and ensure safe weight distribution and adherence to Health & Safety procedures. Regular nights, potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• In-date Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• At least 2 years forklift experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse or distribution environment.
• Hands-on experience loading/unloading double-decker trailers within a network environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload double-decker trailers.
• Operate within a fast-paced hub with 70+ forklifts.
• Move palletised freight safely and efficiently.
• Ensure freight is loaded with correct and safe weight distribution.
• Carry out duties in line with Health & Safety procedures.
• Report any freight or equipment damage.
• Support the wider warehouse operation with additional duties when required.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Forklift experience

Warehouse environment

Night shift readiness

Job description

Owen Payne Recruitment are recruiting experienced

Forklift Operators to join a leading palletised freight distributor based in

With a brand-new, purpose-built facility, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation and secure a long-term position with a company that invests in its people.

This is a 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity, giving you the chance to prove yourself and move into a permanent role with excellent additional benefits.

THE ROLE

Working as part of a busy, high-volume distribution hub, you'll play a key role in keeping freight moving safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Loading and unloading double-decker trailers
• Operating within a fast-paced hub with 70+ forklifts
• Moving palletised freight safely and efficiently
• Ensuring freight is loaded with correct and safe weight distribution
• Carrying out all duties in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Reporting any freight or equipment damage
• Supporting the wider warehouse operation with additional duties when required

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• An in-date accredited Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• At least 2 years' forklift experience
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse or distribution environment
• Hands-on experience loading and unloading double-decker trailers within a network environment

SHIFT PATTERN & PAY

Monday to Friday

Start: 19:00-19:30

Finish: 04:30-05:00

Shift length: 9 hours

Pay: £15.12 per hour

If you're looking for consistent Monday-to-Friday night work with the opportunity to secure a permanent position, this could be the role for you.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

As a temporary worker, you'll have access to:

• Vending machines and water coolers
• Free hot drinks
• Easy access via public transport

Once you secure a permanent position, you'll also benefit from:

• Further pay increases
• Wellness programmes
• Performance-related bonuses
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Your birthday off every year

If you're an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Operator looking for a stable night-shift role with the opportunity to go permanent, we want to hear from you.