Forklift Truck Driver Warehouse Operative

Aspired Talent Ltd; Bowburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse Operative in Bowburn. This role involves general warehouse duties, including picking, packing, and driving FLT trucks. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months of FLT experience and strong communication skills. This is a long-term position, with full training provided and the potential for permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience driving a Counterbalance FLT truck.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Ability to provide a previous work reference.

Responsibilities

• Perform general warehouse duties including picking and packing.
• Drive FLT trucks as required.
• Check the quantity and quality of incoming and outgoing goods.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT operation

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Job description

Aspired talent are looking for a Warehouse Operative with an FLT Counterbalance licence to work for a national company on the day shift working 8am -5pm Monday to Friday.

This is long‑term work with the opportunity of securing a permanent position.

Duties

This is a hands on, all rounder, warehouse and FLT role.

Your main duties will be that of general warehouse duties, including picking, packing, lifting with the requirement to drive the FLT trucks at times.

Requirements

• Candidates must have a minimum of 6 Months experience driving a Counterbalance FLT truck
• Have own transport or be able to get to locations if needed
• Ideally be able to provide a previous work reference
• Have good communication skills
• Be a team player
• Receiving goods into the warehouse and stowing pallets
• Checking the quantity and visual quality of incoming and outgoing goods
• Unpacking and storing incoming goods
• Organising stock for deliveries
• Moving goods around the warehouse as required
• Adhering to health and safety procedures at all times

Essential Skills

• A valid Counterbalance licence (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited)
• Experience driving and operating a FLT Counterbalance
• Good communication skills and the ability to multi‑task
• Strong spatial awareness
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• Reliability and self‑motivation
• Flexibility and willingness to take on a variety of tasks
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment

Training

Full training will be provided