Forklift Driver - Night Shift

Driver Hire Norwich, Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Norwich is looking for a reliable and hardworking Forklift & Yard Person to ensure efficient operations. In this permanent role, you will operate forklifts, perform equipment checks, and maintain a safe work environment. Ideal candidates should possess a valid forklift licence, be physically fit, and have excellent teamwork abilities. This position offers an hourly rate of approximately £14 depending on experience, with shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence essential.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Good awareness of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and move materials safely.
• Perform regular checks on forklifts and yard equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy work environment at all times.
• Manage input/output of machines for a smooth process.
• Support general duties including manual handling.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Team Collaboration

Health and Safety Awareness

Tools

Forklift

Job description

PERMANENT/ONGOING OPPORTUNITY

Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Monday to Friday)

Hourly Rate: Approx £14/hr DOE

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Forklift & Yard Person to join our client's team. This role is essential to the smooth running of operations, ensuring materials are handled, stored, and distributed safely and efficiently. You will play a key part in maintaining an organised, safe, and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and move materials safely.
• Perform regular checks on forklifts and yard equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy work environment at all times.
• Managing input/output of machines to ensure a smooth process.
• Support general duties, including manual handling and assisting colleagues when needed.

Requirements

• Valid forklift licence essential.
• Previous experience in a similar role or environment desirable.
• Good awareness of health and safety practices.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team