Forklift Reach Driver

Simply Jobsworth; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm contracts

Overtime opportunities

Consistent hours

Job summary

Simply Jobsworth is seeking an experienced Reach Truck Driver for a busy warehouse in WV13. You will move, stack, and pick palletised goods using a reach truck in a fast-paced, safety-first environment.

We offer consistent hours, overtime opportunities, and a modern warehouse with a good team culture. Roles include temp-to-perm and permanent opportunities with full training.

Qualifications

• Valid RTITB, NPORS, or CPCS Reach Truck licence - must be in date.
• Minimum 12 months warehouse/reach truck experience.
• Good attention to detail + ability to work to targets.
• Ability to work shifts including nights/weekends.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Operate a reach forklift truck safely to load/unload HGVs and move stock in racking up to 10m high.
• Complete picking, put-away, and replenishment tasks using a handheld scanner/WMS.
• Carry out daily pre-use forklift checks and report any defects.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working area in line with HSE procedures.
• Support team targets for accuracy, speed, and damage‑free handling.
• Complete basic admin: paperwork, PODs, and stock checks

Skills

Reach Truck licence (RTITB/NPORS/CPCS)

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Shift work (nights/weekends)

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Reach Truck Driver

Location: Wolverhampton, WV13 | Salary: £14.20 per hour, DOE + overtime | Hours: Full-time, Temp to perm

Contract: Temp-to-perm / Permanent

Shifts available: Wednesday to Sunday 2pm to 10pm; Wednesday to Sunday 10pm to 6am.

About the role

We're recruiting experienced Reach Truck Drivers for a busy warehouse in WV13. You'll be moving, stacking, and picking palletised goods using a reach truck in a fast‑paced, safety‑first environment. This is a great role if you want consistent hours, overtime opportunities, and a modern warehouse with a good team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a reach forklift truck safely to load/unload HGVs and move stock in racking up to 10m high
• Complete picking, put‑away, and replenishment tasks using a handheld scanner/WMS
• Carry out daily pre‑use forklift checks and report any defects
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working area in line with HSE procedures
• Support team targets for accuracy, speed, and damage‑free handling
• Complete basic admin: paperwork, PODs, and stock checks

What we're looking for

Essential

• Valid RTITB, NPORS, or CPCS Reach Truck licence - must be in date
• Previous warehouse/reach truck experience - minimum 12 months
• Good attention to detail + ability to work to targets
• Ability to work shifts including nights/weekends
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• FLT Reach licence
• Picker experience
• Experience with distribution systems
• FLT experience in cold/chill environments

What we offer

• Pay: £14.20 per hour
• Stability: Temp-to-perm roles with full training
• Progression: Upskilling to MHE, TL, or supervisor roles