Forklift Operative

Right Now Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 28,800 - 35,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Job summary

Right Now Group is recruiting for a Forklift Operative at our Woking site to support events and broadcast logistics. The role requires Counterbalance and Reach Truck licences, with experience in a fast-paced warehouse handling high‑value equipment.

You will load, unload and move freight across the warehouse, maintain accurate stock records, and work closely with the operations team to meet tight deadlines. On-site parking is available.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence
• Valid Reach Truck licence
• Experience in warehouse/logistics environments
• Experience handling high-value, fragile or time-critical freight
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
• Excellent organisation and proactive workspace management

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance and Reach Truck forklifts to load, unload and move freight safely
• Receive inbound deliveries and verify against documentation; report discrepancies or damages
• Pick, pack and prepare high-value equipment for dispatch to meet customer requirements
• Load and unload vehicles; ensure freight is secured and safeguarded
• Label, scan and store freight in the warehouse management system accurately
• Carry out stock checks and support inventory control
• Collaborate with operations to meet tight dispatch deadlines
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised warehouse environment

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Reach truck licence

Warehouse experience

High-value freight handling

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Forklift Operative - Events & Broadcast Logistics

Right Now Group are currently recruiting for a Forklift Operative to join a specialist Events & Broadcast Freight Forwarder based in Woking. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established logistics business that supports the movement of high‑value equipment for the live events, television, broadcasting, and entertainment industries across the UK and internationally.

This role would suit an experienced warehouse professional who holds both Counterbalance and Reach Truck licences and enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

Position: Forklift Operative

Location: Woking
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30
Salary: Up to £32,000 (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities of a Forklift Operative

• Operate both Counterbalance and Reach Truck forklifts to safely load, unload, and move freight throughout the warehouse.
• Receive inbound deliveries, checking goods against delivery documentation and reporting any discrepancies or damages.
• Pick, pack, and prepare high‑value event and broadcasting equipment for dispatch, ensuring all customer and operational requirements are met.
• Load and unload vehicles safely while ensuring freight is secured and handled with care to prevent damage.
• Accurately label, scan, and store freight within the warehouse management system.
• Carry out regular stock checks and support inventory control activities to maintain accurate warehouse records.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure shipments are prepared and dispatched within tight deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse environment in line with Health & Safety procedures.

Key Skills Required

• Essential: Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Essential: Valid Reach Truck Licence.
• Previous warehouse experience within freight forwarding, logistics, or a distribution environment.
• Experience handling high‑value, fragile, or time‑critical freight is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to daily warehouse operations.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

What's On Offer

• Salary of up to £32,000 depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday working hours (09:00 - 17:30) - no shift work.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Opportunity to work within the specialist events and broadcasting logistics sector.
• Stable, long‑term opportunity with a well‑established freight forwarding business.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities within the warehouse and logistics operation.