Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative

Its Building People; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Its Building People is seeking a Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver in Fareham for a 12 week temp to perm role. The job involves operating Reach, Counterbalance and multi-directional forklifts for around 30-40% of the time, with remaining duties in general warehouse tasks and stock handling.

You will be required to have a valid licence, knowledge of health and safety, and a flexible, team-focused attitude. A permanent position is available after a successful temporary period.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck or Counterbalance forklift licence.
• Experience with Combilift/Hubtex is advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
• Physically fit with ability to do manual handling.
• Team player with proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate Reach, Counterbalance, and multi-directional forklifts as required.
• Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Pick, pack, and move stock throughout the warehouse.
• Handle long and awkward materials including plastics, timber, and steel.
• Maintain high health and safety standards.
• Support the warehouse team to fulfill customer orders accurately and on time.

Skills

Reach truck licence

Counterbalance forklift

Multi-directional forklift experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Health & safety awareness

Team player

Manual handling

Tools

Combilift/Hubtex experience

Job description

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver Temp to Perm
Location: Fareham
Salary: £30,000 - £31,000
Hours: 07:30 - 16:30
Type: 12 week Temp to Perm

We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver to join a busy and growing business in Fareham. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. Approximately 30-40% of your time will be spent operating a forklift, with the remainder involving general warehouse duties, stock handling, and supporting the wider team.

Requirements:

• Valid Reach Truck or Counterbalance Forklift licence
• Multi-directional forklift experience (Combilift/Hubtex) would be highly advantageous
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred due to the varied nature of the role
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties
• Team player with a positive and proactive attitude

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating Reach, Counterbalance, and multi-directional forklifts where required
• Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently
• Picking, packing, and moving stock throughout the warehouse
• Handling long and awkward materials, including plastics, timber, and steel
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety
• Supporting the warehouse team to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time

Skills & Experience:

• Experience working within a busy warehouse environment
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Reliable, hardworking, and flexible approach to work
• Comfortable handling large, long, and heavy products

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to secure a permanent position with a well-established company following a successful temporary period.