Forklift Operator - Yard & Deliveries (Builders Merchant)

Lords Group Trading Plc; Northampton; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus scheme

Long‑term security

Job summary

Lords Group Trading Plc is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver for the Moulton Park branch. This fast-paced role supports customers, suppliers and colleagues to keep operations moving safely.

You will operate a forklift, assist on site, and help with stock management in a long‑standing family business within the Lords Group. Hours are 7am–5pm, Monday to Friday, with a discretionary bonus and long‑term security.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence and experience operating a forklift.
• Experience in a builders' merchant environment.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a forklift to pick, load and unload vehicles.
• Assisting customers, suppliers and delivery drivers on site.
• Picking orders manually and handling heavy materials.
• Occasionally making deliveries in a 3.5t dropside vehicle.
• Keeping the yard clean, organised and safe, with high standards of presentation.
• Managing stock rotation and highlighting shortages or issues.
• Carrying out daily checks on plant and machinery and reporting defects or H&S concerns.
• Working closely with the wider yard team to maintain an efficient operation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Lords Group Trading Plc is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver for the Moulton Park branch. This fast-paced role supports customers, suppliers and colleagues to keep operations moving safely.

You will operate a forklift, assist on site, and help with stock management in a long‑standing family business within the Lords Group. Hours are 7am–5pm, Monday to Friday, with a discretionary bonus and long‑term security.