Forklift Driver (Reach Truck)

Driver Hire Basildon & Southend; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics recruitment agency in Rayleigh is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver with a valid Reach Truck certificate. The role offers ongoing, full-time work with daytime hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) from Monday to Friday. Candidates will work in a clean warehouse, responsible for operating a Reach Truck, loading and unloading goods, and maintaining safety standards. A reliability-focused work ethic is essential. The position offers £13.00 per hour and the opportunity for long-term placement.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive team environment

Opportunity for long-term placement

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck certificate required.
• Previous warehouse or forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to start on Monday is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operating Reach Truck forklift safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading goods.
• Supporting warehouse operations as required.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Reach Truck operation

Reliability

Warehouse operations

Job description

Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist logistics recruiter, providing a wide range of drivers and non-driving staff to organisations throughout the UK. With over 40 years of experience and a nationwide network of over 100 offices, we offer a full range of recruitment services – temporary and permanent positions, driving work and logistics jobs. We are currently seeking an experienced Forklift Driver with a valid Reach Truck certificate to join our client starting Monday. This role offers ongoing, full-time work with consistent hours. Our client specialises in furniture storage, and you will be working within a clean, organised warehouse environment. The working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This is an ongoing role with consistent daytime hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Operating Reach Truck forklift safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading goods
• Supporting warehouse operations as required
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Job Requirements

• Valid Reach Truck certificate
• Previous warehouse or forklift experience
• Ability to start Monday
• Reliability and good work ethic

Benefits

• Ongoing
• Monday–Friday daytime hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• £13.00 per hour
• Paid weekly in arrears
• Opportunity for long-term placement

To Apply

Please send your CV and certificates, or contact us for more details.