Forklift Driver And Warehouse

Focus Resourcing; Romford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable logistics provider in Romford is seeking a Forklift Driver to join their established team. The position requires operating a forklift and managing warehouse tasks. Candidates must hold a valid Forklift and UK driving license, and be physically fit for occasional heavy lifting. This role offers competitive pay, performance bonuses, and standard benefits including annual leave and pension.

Benefits

Annual salary of £23,809.50

Company performance-related yearly bonus

Overtime available

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid forklift and UK driving license.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy items.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift for picking and packaging operations.
• Participate in heavy lifting and stock organization.
• Conduct quality checks and other warehouse tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reliable

Physically fit

Good work ethic

Tools

Forklift license

UK driving license

Job description

Overview

Forklift Driver with a UK driving license required for a small, busy and established team. Starting on NMW, £23,809.50 per annum. The company offers salary increases for good workers and a company performance related bonus. Working hours are Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm (37.5 hours per week). Overtime at weekends is payable at time and a half, and overtime Monday - Friday is time and a quarter. This is potentially a temp-to-perm position for the right candidate. The forklift will need to be driven partly on a residential road, therefore a valid UK driving license is essential.

Duties

• Operating a forklift, counterbalance and reach (ideally).
• Picking products.
• Packaging products.
• Heavy lifting up to 25 kg (usually around 2-3 hours each week).
• Working on a conveyor belt filling line.
• Organising stock in correct boxes.
• Quality checks.
• All other warehouse tasks as required.

Benefits

• £23,809.50 per annum.
• Company performance related yearly bonus.
• Overtime available.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff discount.

Experience required

• Forklift license.
• UK driving license.
• Reliable, punctual.
• Physically fit; able to lift heavy items.
• Good work ethic.
• Eagerness to learn.
• Able to read English text.