Forklift Driver - Reach Truck

K H R Recruitment Specialists; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Driver in Maidstone, Kent. This temporary position offers full-time hours and includes training on Pivot Steer/Bendi/Flexi FLT Trucks. Candidates must hold a valid Reach Truck licence and possess warehouse experience. The role requires adherence to health and safety protocols, as well as ability to perform heavy lifting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid external Reach Truck licence.
• Prior experience working in a busy warehouse.
• Adequate understanding of the English language for Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate Bendi / Flexi / Pivot Steer FLT once trained.
• Heavy lifting when required.
• Maintain accurate inventory and stock-level records.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy lifting

Inventory management

Health and safety compliance

Tools

Reach Truck

Job description

Overview

Forklift Driver (Pivot Steer / Reach Truck) – Paddock Wood, Kent

Salary: £32,000pa

Shifts: 5 per week

KH Recruitment Ltd is working with a reputable fulfilment centre based in Paddock Wood and is looking to hire a Forklift Driver on a temporary to permanent basis. The Forklift Driver will work for approximately 12 full weeks before moving into a permanent role. In addition, you will have the opportunity to undertake a conversation course, enabling you to operate a Pivot Steer/Bendi/Flexi FLT Truck.

Responsibilities

• Operating Bendi / Flexi / Pivot Steer FLT (once trained)
• Heavy lifting when required
• Handling inbound goods, outbound orders
• Maintaining accurate inventory and stock-level records
• Ensuring that all health and safety procedures are followed

Candidate Profile

• Must hold a valid external Reach Truck licence
• Prior experience working in a busy warehouse
• Have an adequate understanding of the English language for Health & Safety
• Own and wear a pair of safety boots and a Hi-vis jacket

Shift Pattern

• Monday - Friday: 12pm - 10pm
• Saturday: 8am - 6pm
• Sunday: 10am - 8pm
• Operatives can be scheduled in 5 days across any of these shifts. Saturday & Sunday is treated as a normal day.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Info

• Job Title: Forklift Driver
• Company: K H R Recruitment Specialists
• Location: Maidstone, Kent
• Posted: Oct 10th 2025
• Closes: (not specified)
• Sector: Other
• Contract: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time

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