Forklift Driver - (Reach truck)

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

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.