Forklift & Warehouse Machinery Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Worthing; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Learning Hub access

Career progression

Safety focused team

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in Worthing seeks an FLT/Counterbalance Operative to support warehouse operations in a busy pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role requires a Counterbalance or High Reach forklift background and a safety-first mindset.

The successful candidate will work a rotating 4 on 2 off shift, with hours from 07:00 to 14:45 or 14:15 to 22:00. Collaboration, reliability and attention to detail are essential for quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, distribution or logistics environment.
• Counterbalance or High Reach forklift experience.
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety procedures and manual handling practices.
• Ability to work in a regulated, process-driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Move, store and distribute raw materials, intermediates and finished products across multiple warehouse and production locations.
• Operate Counterbalance and High Reach forklift equipment safely and effectively.
• Ensure products are received, stored, loaded and dispatched according to site procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across warehouse and logistics areas.
• Manage material handling in line with operating procedures and standard practices.
• Report equipment defects, damage and maintenance promptly.
• Identify and report non-conformances, safety concerns and service issues.
• Support shift cover during holidays or sickness.
• Participate in toolbox talks, training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

High Reach forklift

Warehouse safety

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift licence

High Reach Forklift licence

Job description

Location: GSK - Worthing - Southdownview Way
Shift: 4 on 2 off Shift Pattern
Hours: 07:00 to 14:45 and 14:15 to 22:00

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We are currently seeking an FLT/Counterbalance Operative to join our Distribution and Logistics team, supporting warehouse operations across a busy pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional with Counterbalance or High Reach Forklift Truck experience who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment and takes pride in delivering high standards of service. Please note, due to the production and operations on site, those with a Penicillin allergy won't be successful.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the efficient movement, storage and distribution of raw materials, intermediates and finished products across multiple warehouse and production locations.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and effectively, including Counterbalance and High Reach Forklift Trucks, ride-on and manual pallet trucks, trailer tow tractors and pallet inverters.
• Ensure products are received, stored, loaded and dispatched in accordance with operational requirements and site procedures.
• Maintain accurate standards of housekeeping across warehouse and logistics areas.
• Manage material handling activities in line with GSK operating procedures and standard working practices.
• Report equipment defects, damage and maintenance requirements promptly to minimise operational disruption.
• Identify and report non-conformances, safety concerns and service issues through the appropriate channels.
• Support shift cover requirements during periods of holiday or sickness absence.
• Participate fully in toolbox talks, training programmes and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within a warehouse, distribution or logistics environment.
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence and/or High Reach Forklift Truck experience.
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety procedures and manual handling practices.
• Ability to work effectively within a regulated and process-driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet the below-defined requirements for the role:

• Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence and/or proven High Reach Forklift Truck experience.
• Ability to work a rotating 4 on 2 off shift pattern.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a warehouse environment.
• Ability to use warehouse systems and complete operational paperwork accurately.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work within a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Access to Mitie's Learning Hub and career progression pathways.
• Work within a supportive team focused on safety, service excellence and continuous improvement.

There's a place for you at Mitie.