Forklift/Warehouse Operative (Days)

Routes To Work South; Bothwell; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Routes To Work South in Bothwell is seeking an experienced Warehouse / Forklift Operator to join the AM team at their Bothwell site. This role requires strict adherence to Health & Safety, precision in data capture, and efficient moving of freight in a busy warehouse environment.

You will load and unload lorries, stack pallets with a forklift, scan freight, check labels and allocations, and support colleagues to keep the morning operation safe and productive.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential.
• Experience in busy warehouse environment.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety.
• Excellent attention to detail.

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

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Health & Safety

Job description

Job Specifics

• Reference No: LO424
• Location: Bothwell
• Hours: Full Time (6am – 3pm)
• Salary: D.O.E
• Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 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.