Forklift/Warehouse Operative

Routes To Work South; Bothwell; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Routes To Work South is seeking a Warehouse / Forklift Operator to join their AM team at the Bothwell site. The role emphasizes health & safety, attention to detail, and teamwork in a busy warehouse environment.

Key tasks include loading/unloading lorries, forklift handling, data capture, and ensuring accurate freight allocation. A valid forklift licence is essential and duties require vigilance and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on forklift experience.
• Experience working within a busy warehouse environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A reliable, hardworking and positive attitude.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• The ability to work under pressure without compromising safety or accuracy.
• A willingness to support colleagues and the wider operation when required.
• A responsible approach to equipment and freight handling.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading lorries safely and efficiently.
• Moving and stacking pallets and freight using a forklift and other warehouse equipment.
• Checking freight carefully and allocating it to the correct routes and vehicles.
• Carrying out accurate scanning and data capture.
• Checking labels, pallet quantities and freight information to ensure accuracy.
• Identifying and reporting damaged, incorrectly labelled or misallocated freight.
• Receiving and processing shipments accurately.
• Maintaining high standards of warehouse and yard cleanliness.
• Carrying out equipment checks and reporting faults or defects promptly.
• Following all site Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure the AM operation runs safely and efficiently.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Communication

Time management

Safety awareness

Pressure handling

Job description

Job Specifics

• Reference No: LO424
• Location: Bothwell
• Hours: Full Time (6am – 3pm)
• Salary: D.O.E
• Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026
• Why should you apply for this role:Strong company reputation

Job Overview

Our client looking for an experienced Warehouse / Forklift Operator to join their busy AM team at their Bothwell site.

This is a key role within our operation, and they are looking for someone who understands that Health & Safety, attention to detail and teamwork are essential when working in a busy warehouse environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Key Tasks

• Loading and unloading lorries safely and efficiently.
• Moving and stacking pallets and freight using a forklift and other warehouse equipment.
• Checking freight carefully and allocating it to the correct routes and vehicles.
• Carrying out accurate scanning and data capture.
• Checking labels, pallet quantities and freight information to ensure accuracy.
• Identifying and reporting damaged, incorrectly labelled or misallocated freight.
• Receiving and processing shipments accurately.
• Maintaining high standards of warehouse and yard cleanliness.
• Carrying out equipment checks and reporting faults or defects promptly.
• Following all site Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure the AM operation runs safely and efficiently.

Employer Expectations Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Previous hands-on forklift experience.
• Experience working within a busy warehouse environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A reliable, hardworking and positive attitude.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• The ability to work under pressure without compromising safety or accuracy.
• A willingness to support colleagues and the wider operation when required.
• A responsible approach to equipment and freight handling.

Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required

• A valid Forklift Licence is essential for this position.