Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver

Maritime Transport; Derby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Maritime Transport is seeking a Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver for their depot in East Midlands Gateway. Candidates should have a valid Forklift truck licence and at least 2 years of Reach stacker driving experience. This full-time position offers flexible shifts, stable employment, and various benefits including a pension plan and training opportunities.

Benefits

Guaranteed paid weekly hours

Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions

Life assurance cover x3 from day 1

Full uniform and PPE provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Stable and successful business

Full training provided on Reach stacker

Qualifications

• 2 years experience minimum in Reach Stacker driving.
• Valid Forklift truck certificate required.
• Own transport is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading ISO shipping containers.
• Stacking containers in allocated areas.
• Ensure safe and efficient machinery operation.

Skills

Forklift truck certificate

Reach Stacker driving experience

Flexibility

High level of focus under pressure

Ability to operate empty container handlers

Job description

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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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 with a choice of Early, Late and Night Shifts). 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
• 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

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom