Forklift Driver/Production Operative

TD Recruitment Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Barking is seeking a proactive and reliable Production Operative. Responsibilities include handling heavy containers and general warehouse tasks. Candidates must be physically fit, possess a counterbalance forklift license, and be comfortable working in challenging conditions. This role involves shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM or 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Full PPE required (Hi vis, steel toe cap, hard hat).
• Counterbalance forklift license essential.
• Must be physically fit for heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Handle containers and barrels of used cooking oil.
• Lift, tip, and move heavy loads safely.
• Support general warehouse tasks.
• Work around industrial machinery.
• Operate a forklift when needed.

Skills

Manual handling

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and reliable Production operative/warehouse operative to join our client in Dagenham, RM9 area.

Candidates must have a full PPE (Hi vis, steel toe cap and hard hat) and a counterbalance forklift licence.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Handling containers and barrels of used cooking oil
Lifting, tipping, and moving heavy loads (manual handling)
General warehouse tasks and support
Working around industrial machinery in a challenging environment
Operating a forklift when needed.

What We’re Looking For:

Physically fit and able to handle heavy lifting safely
Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
Comfortable working in less-than-pristine conditions
Team player with a good sense of humour and grit

Monday to Fridaay, shifts are 6:00AM to 14:00PM or 14:00PM to 22:00PM.

This isn’t a job for the faint of heart (or nose). But if you’re the kind of person who thrives in gritty, no-frills environments, you’ll fit right in.

To apply please call us on 0117 4407 408