Forklift Drivers

Pertemps Plymouth; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym and bike storage

Staff restaurant

Staff shop with discounts

Full training and site induction

Job summary

Pertemps Plymouth is recruiting for a Forklift Driver at a busy confectionery site in Estover, Plymouth. The role supports production and warehouse operations, moving materials and finished goods safely and efficiently.

You will operate Counterbalance and Reach Trucks, load/unload, and keep equipment checks and health and safety at the forefront. Shifts rotate mornings and afternoons; a valid licence is required, own transport recommended.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence.
• Experience operating forklift trucks in warehouse/manufacturing environments.
• Strong focus on safety, accuracy and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance and/or Reach Trucks safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock, raw materials and finished goods around the site
• Supplying production lines with materials as required
• Storing stock accurately within warehouse locations
• Completing routine equipment checks
• Following health and safety procedures at all times
• Supporting warehouse and production teams to meet targets

Skills

Forklift operation

Counterbalance licence

Reach Truck licence

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Job description

Forklift Driver

£16.48 per hour

Rotating Shifts | Monday to Friday

Week 1: 6:00am - 2:00pm

Week 2: 2:00pm - 10:00pm

We are currently recruiting for Forklift Drivers to join a globally recognised confectionery manufacturer at their state-of-the-art facility in Estover, Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy warehouse and logistics operation within a clean, modern manufacturing environment. Offering ongoing work, competitive pay, and fantastic onsite facilities, this role is ideal for experienced forklift operators looking to join a leading global brand.

The Role

As a Forklift Driver, you'll play an important role in supporting production and warehouse operations, ensuring materials and finished products are moved safely and efficiently throughout the site.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating Counterbalance and/or Reach Trucks safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock, raw materials, and finished goods around the site
• Supplying production lines with materials as required
• Storing stock accurately within warehouse locations
• Completing routine equipment checks
• Following health and safety procedures at all times
• Supporting warehouse and production teams to meet operational targets

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, requiring a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

About You

We're looking for individuals who are:

• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Able to work a rotating shift pattern of mornings and afternoons
• Hold a valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence
• Experienced operating forklift trucks within a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Committed to maintaining high health and safety standards

Please note: Due to the location of the site and shift start/finish times, own transport is essential.

What's in It for You?

• £16.48 per hour
• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 12 weeks
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite gym and secure bike storage
• Subsidised staff restaurant serving a variety of meals
• Staff shop offering heavily discounted products
• Full training and site induction provided
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience with a leading global brand

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with great benefits and a supportive working environment, we'd love to hear from you.