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Forklift Driver - (Reach truck)

Driver Hire Southend & Basildon

Rayleigh

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GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

A leading logistics recruiter in Rayleigh is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver with a valid Reach Truck certificate. This ongoing role offers consistent daytime hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include operating the forklift and ensuring a clean warehouse environment. The ideal applicant should have previous experience and a strong work ethic, with a pay rate of £13.00 per hour. Opportunity for long-term placement available.

Benefits

Ongoing employment
Daytime hours
Friendly team environment
Weekly pay
Long-term placement opportunities

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid Reach Truck certificate.
  • Previous warehouse or forklift experience is required.
  • Ability to start immediately and work consistently.

Responsibilities

  • Operate Reach Truck forklift safely and efficiently.
  • Load and unload goods.
  • Support warehouse operations as required.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Reliability
Good work ethic
Forklift operations

Education

Valid Reach Truck certificate
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, 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.

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