Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver for their East Midlands Gateway depot. This full-time permanent role offers various shifts and requires experience in Reach stacker driving or a valid Forklift truck licence. Join a stable business with a strong reputation and enjoy benefits like guaranteed paid hours, pension contributions, and discounts on cruises.

Benefits

Guaranteed paid weekly hours

Average earnings holiday pay

Group personal pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Discounts on MSC cruises

Full uniform and PPE provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Full training on Reach stacker

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in Reach stacker driving or valid Forklift truck licence.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
• Stacking containers in allocated areas.

Skills

Flexibility

Focus under pressure

Education

Forklift truck certificate

Tools

Reach stacker

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Job Reference:

0290534f1b33

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time permanent Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver in our busy depot based in East Midlands Gateway. We have a choice of shifts available for our Terminal Division – Days (Monday – Friday shifts that consist of Early, Late and Nights) . If you have previous experience in Reach stacker driving or a valid Forklift truck licence with at least 2 years’ experience then this could be the opportunity for you.

Why work for Maritime Transport?

• Guaranteed paid weekly hours..
• Average earnings holiday pay for all holiday days not just statutory minimum.
• Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Life assurance cover x3 from day 1 and up to age 66
• Big discounts on MSC cruises for yourself, family and friends
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing financial and legal guidance.
• Stable and successful business, in 23 years 23 pay rises.
• Full training given on Reach stacker
• You’ll be working for one of the market leading companies

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
• Stacking containers in allocated areas.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery and a reasonable knowledge of how the machine works.

We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:

• A flexible approach and can undertake a variety of production duties
• High level of focus under pressure to deliver an accurate and punctual service to our customers and colleagues
• Reach Stacker driving experience or a valid Forklift truck certificate – 2 years experience minimum
• The ability to operate empty container handlers – Desirable not essential
• Have your own transport
• The flexibility to be able to work night shifts – Essential