Heavy ForkliftReach Stacker Driver

Maritime Transport; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking an experienced Heavy Forklift / Reach Stacker Driver for their East Midlands Gateway depot. The role involves loading and unloading shipping containers and requires at least 2 years of driving experience. Candidates must be flexible and able to work night shifts. The company offers competitive benefits and a stable work environment.

Benefits

Guaranteed paid weekly hours

Average earnings holiday pay

Group pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Full uniform and PPE provided

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Reach stacker driving.
• Flexible approach to undertake various production duties.
• Own transport is required.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
• Stacking containers in allocated areas.
• Ensuring safe and efficient operation of machinery.

Skills

Reach Stacker driving experience

Valid Forklift truck licence

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility to work night shifts

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 (4on / 4offwith 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 24years 24pay rises.
• Full training given on Reach stacker
• Youll 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

The Company

Founded in 2001 by Executive Chairman John Williams Maritime Transport has evolved from small beginnings into a leading logistics company with a turnover exceeding 400m.

To date the company employs 3000 personnel across 40 sites including a network of strategic rail freight terminals with a cutting-edge fleet of 1300 Euro-6 trucks and over 50 container handlers servicing a number of trains daily. Maritime has a proven track record as an intermodal operator developing and delivering low carbon container logistics solutions for first and final miles and pioneering the modal shift of UK domestic distribution from road to rail.

In 2024 the company was acquired by Swiss-based global logistics and supply chain provider MEDLOG S.A. supporting Maritimes growth strategy and strengthening its market position as the UKs leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics.

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Key Skills

General Services, F&B Management, JDE, Air Pressure Handling, Logistics Coordination, Business Support

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1