Forklift Driver / Canterbury, Kent

Office Angels; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking an experienced FLT Driver for a Canterbury, Kent site on a temporary basis with potential permanent placement. You will operate a forklift safely to move stock and pallets within the packhouse, load deliveries, and transport packed produce between production, storage, and despatch areas.

The ideal candidate has proven forklift experience, strong attention to detail and safety, and a valid driving licence due to site requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating a forklift truck.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driving licence is essential due to the location of the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift truck safely and efficiently to move stock, pallets, and materials within the packhouse.
• Load and unload deliveries from lorries and trailers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.
• Transport packed produce between production, storage, and despatch areas, contributing to the smooth operation of the facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Driving licence

Job description

Job Advertisement: FLT Driver

Are you an experienced FLT Driver looking for your next opportunity? Our client, a reputable organisation located in Canterbury, Kent, is seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join their team on a temporary basis, with the potential for permanent placement!

Position: FLT Driver
Contract Type: Temporary (Temp to Perm)
Location: Canterbury, Kent - will need to drive due to location
Hourly Rate: £13.43 - £15.16 an hour
Working Pattern: Full Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift truck safely and efficiently to move stock, pallets, and materials within the packhouse.
• Load and unload deliveries from lorries and trailers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.
• Transport packed produce between production, storage, and despatch areas, contributing to the smooth operation of the facility.

Working Hours:

Day Shift: 7am - 7pm (12-hour shifts with 1-hour lunch)
Night Shift: 5pm - 4am (12-hour shifts with 1-hour lunch)
Working pattern of 5 on, 2 off.

What Our Client Offers:

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from £13.43 to £15.16, commensurate with experience.
• A dynamic work environment where safety and teamwork are prioritised.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organisation.

Requirements:

• Proven experience operating a forklift truck.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driving licence is essential due to the location of the workplace.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in a hands-on role and are eager to contribute to a growing team. If you possess the skills and motivation to excel in this role, do not miss out!

We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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