Forklift Operative

The Best Connection; Hartfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Weekly pay - every Friday

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Quick registration process

Access to hundreds of jobs across East

Nationwide branch network

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver to join a busy Heathfield warehouse. You will operate a forklift safely, load and unload deliveries, move stock and prepare orders for dispatch while maintaining safety and teamwork.

The role is offered on a temp to perm basis with consistent weekly pay, a competitive hourly rate, and quick registration. Right to work in the UK and valid Counterbalance certificate required.

Qualifications

• Valid FLT licence/certification for Counterbalance.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift safely.
• Loading and unloading deliveries.
• Moving and storing stock in designated areas.
• Picking and preparing goods for dispatch.
• Checking incoming and outgoing stock for accuracy or damage.
• Upholding warehouse safety, cleanliness, and quality standards.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT Driver

Reliable and punctual

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Forklift Driver Wanted - Consistent Work & Weekly Pay

Location: Heathfield | Shifts: Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 20:00

The Best Connection is a recruitment agency, and this position is being offered on a Temp to Perm basis.

Job Summary

We are currently working with our client in Heathfield who are looking for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver required for a busy warehouse environment. Duties will include operating a forklift safely, loading and unloading deliveries, moving and storing stock, preparing orders for dispatch and assisting with general warehouse duties. Candidates should be reliable, safety-conscious and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Valid FLT licence/certification appropriate to Counterbalance.


• Supporting smooth warehouse and logistics operations.


• Moving and storing pallets and stock in designated areas.


• Picking and preparing goods for dispatch.


• Checking incoming and outgoing stock for accuracy or damage.


• Supporting general warehouse duties when required.


• Upholding warehouse safety, cleanliness, and quality standards.

(Please be aware your role may not be limited to these tasks)

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK


• Valid and in date Counterbalance certificate


• Access to a device to complete an online application.


• Reliable and punctual.


• Previous experience in a similar role


• Good attention to detail and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate


• Weekly pay - every Friday


• Temp-to-perm opportunities


• Quick 15-minute registration process


• Access to hundreds of jobs across East Sussex


• Nationwide support from 85+ branches (easy transfer if you relocate)

Please note: All positions are subject to availability. Due to high volumes of applications, please allow up to 10 working days for a response. If you haven't heard from us in that time, unfortunately you've not been successful.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.