Forklift Driver / Yard Op

The Recruitment Group; Chipping Campden; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Recruitment Group in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire seeks a Forklift Driver / Yard Operative to join a busy, established team on a full-time, on-site basis. You will operate counterbalance forklifts, move stock in the yard, assist with deliveries, and help keep the site safe and orderly.

Ideal candidates have a valid forklift licence, physical fitness, and reliability. The role offers training, development opportunities, and potential progression within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence.
• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or similar environment (preferred).
• Good level of physical fitness.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload deliveries.
• Move stock within the yard and warehouse.
• Organise and maintain stock in the yard.
• Assist drivers with vehicle movements and directions.
• Keep the yard clean, tidy, and safe at all times.
• Carry out routine equipment checks and report faults.
• Support warehouse or site teams when required.
• Follow all health and safety procedures.

Skills

Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence

Teamwork

Reliability

Outdoor work

Communication

Physical fitness

Job description

Forklift Driver / Yard Op The Recruitment Group•Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England

We are currently sourcing Forklift Drivers to join a busy and well-established company based in Chipping Campden!

As a Forklift Driver, your role will include:

• Operating Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Moving stock within the yard and warehouse
• Organising and maintaining stock in the yard
• Assisting drivers with vehicle movements and directions
• Keeping the yard clean, tidy, and safe at all times
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and reporting faults
• Supporting warehouse or site teams when required
• Following all health and safety procedures

Skills required as a Forklift Driver:

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence
• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or similar environment (preferred)
• Good level of physical fitness
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Good communication and teamwork skills

The details:

• Monday – Friday (hours may vary)
• Salary up to £14.50per hour (Depending on experience)
• Chipping Campden location
• Long-term, temporary to permanent opportunities

What’s on offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression

Full-time

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