Forklift Truck Driver - Watford

Lords Builders Merchants; Watford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Truck Driver to join their dynamic team in Watford. This full-time role is vital for ensuring efficient operations within a busy yard environment. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary forklift certification and have at least two years of experience, ideally within a Builders Merchant setting. You will be part of a collaborative team, focusing on customer service while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness. If you are a proactive individual with a positive attitude, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving business.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Forklift Truck Driver in a similar role.
• Must have relevant counterbalance licenses.

Responsibilities

• Picking loads and loading/unloading vehicles in a busy yard.
• Maintaining yard cleanliness and reporting health and safety issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Counterbalance forklift certification

Experience in Builders Merchant

Job description

We are looking for a Forklift Truck Driver.

We are looking for a full-time Forklift Truck Driver to join the team at our Watford branch. This role is a crucial part of a busy yard team picking loads, loading and unloading our vehicles and those of our customers and suppliers. Duties include keeping the yard clean and tidy and maintaining a high standard of presentation and stock rotation. You will also be expected to report any health and safety issues and to check and defect plant and machinery daily.

The successful candidate will have all the relevant counterbalance licenses and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally in a Builders Merchant. They will also be team players with a positive outlook and have a real focus on customer service.

Hours: 7am-5pm Mon-Fri, 7am-12pm alternate Saturdays

If you are currently working for Lords Group, you will need to notify your line manager of your intention to apply for this role. Please send your full CV to: [e-mail]

Requirements

1. Forklift certification and experience operating a forklift
2. Experience working in a Builders Merchant
3. Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time
4. Good communication and organisational skills
5. Attention to detail and accuracy
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
7. Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
8. Eligible to work in the UK