Forklift Driver / Warehouse Assistant

CSS People; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm based in Colchester is seeking a Forklift Driver / Warehouse Assistant to join their team. Responsibilities include operating a forklift, unloading trailers, and performing various warehouse tasks. Applicants must hold a valid counterbalance forklift license. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. This role requires adherence to health and safety guidelines in a busy warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid counterbalance forklift license for this role.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift carefully to ensure efficiency.
• Move goods around the warehouse and yard.
• Unload HGV trailers and containers.

Skills

Valid counterbalance forklift license

Health and safety adherence

Heavy lifting capability

Tools

Forklift

Flexi fork truck

Job description

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Forklift Driver / Warehouse Assistant, Colchester

Client:

CSS People

Location:

Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

15

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

CSS Recruitment currently has an exciting opportunity for a Forklift Driver / Warehouse Assistant to join our client's growing team based in Earls Colne, Essex.

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm

About The Role:

As a Forklift Driver, you will operate a forklift with care to ensure efficiency and safety while manoeuvring around the warehouse, yard, and storage areas. You will be responsible for moving goods around the site, ensuring they are in the right location to maximize efficiency. In addition to driving forklifts, you will perform various warehouse duties.

Duties Include:

• Unloading HGV trailers and containers
• Operating a flexi fork truck
• Adhering to health and safety guidelines
• Performing some heavy lifting
• Reporting to the warehouse manager
• Working in a busy yard and warehouse environment

Must have a valid counterbalance forklift license for this role.