Forklift Driver

Rubicon Recruitment Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver for a stable and long-term opportunity in Poole. The successful candidate will operate forklifts safely within a dynamic production environment while supporting material handling operations. This temp-to-perm position offers a competitive salary of £38,000 along with excellent benefits including enhanced overtime pay, uniform provision, and a variety of working perks. Join a supportive team culture and enjoy progression in your career.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate with enhanced overtime pay

Full uniform provided

Paid breaks after qualifying period

Free tea and coffee at workstations

Cost-price vending machines and kitchen facilities

Free onsite parking, bike storage, and shower facilities

Onsite forklift training and additional skills development

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

3% pay rise for each department learned

Generous pension scheme and cycle-to-work scheme

Friendly working environment with supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a forklift truck (valid licence preferred).
• Working within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to work 12-hour day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently within a production environment.
• Moving and loading concrete block paving products.
• Supporting production teams with material handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Forklift Driver | Poole | £38,000

Are you an experienced FLT Driver looking for a stable, long-term opportunity? Join a leading manufacturing and production business where your skills will be valued, and your career can grow. This is a temp-to-perm role offering excellent benefits and progression.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with enhanced overtime pay
• Full uniform provided
• Paid breaks after qualifying period
• Free tea and coffee at workstations
• Cost-price vending machines and kitchen facilities
• Free onsite parking, bike storage, and shower facilities
• Onsite forklift training and additional skills development
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (32 days total)
• 3% pay rise for each department learned
• Generous pension scheme and cycle-to-work scheme
• Friendly working environment with supportive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift truck safely and efficiently within a production environment
• Moving and loading concrete block paving products
• Supporting production teams with material handling
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area
• Adhering to health and safety standards at all times.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a forklift truck (valid licence preferred)
• Working within a manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to work 12-hour day shifts
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reliability and a positive attitude towards teamwork.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella Banks at Rubicon for more information.