High reach forklift driver

A1 Jobs Ltd; Renfrew; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A1 Jobs Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a High Reach Forklift Operator to move, load and unload goods safely within a warehouse. You’ll use a warehouse management system to record movements and help keep stock information accurate.

The role emphasizes safe handling, accuracy, and teamwork, with responsibilities across loading, shipping and receiving, reporting equipment faults, and supporting day‑to‑day operations to ensure orders are prepared reliably.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation and safe handling practices required.
• Ability to load/unload and check records for accuracy.
• Basic maths skills for stock checks.
• Mechanical knowledge supports equipment checks and fault reporting.

Responsibilities

• Operate a high reach forklift to move and position materials, following safe handling practices.
• Load and unload deliveries, checking goods and records for accuracy.
• Support shipping and receiving tasks, and report equipment issues for appropriate repair.
• Carry out heavy lifting when needed, using sound judgement and safe techniques.

Skills

Forklift operation

Materials handling

Load and unload tasks

Basic maths

Safe heavy lifting

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Overview

As a High Reach Forklift Operator, you’ll move, load and unload goods safely and accurately, supporting the smooth flow of stock through warehouse operations. You’ll use a warehouse management system to record movements and help keep inventory information up to date.

Responsibilities

• Operate a high reach forklift to move and position materials, following safe handling practices.
• Load and unload deliveries, checking goods and records for accuracy.
• Support shipping and receiving tasks, and report equipment issues for appropriate repair.
• Carry out heavy lifting when needed, using sound judgement and safe techniques.

Your impact: Accurate handling and stock records help colleagues locate goods and prepare orders reliably.

Skills

Required: Practical forklift capability, materials handling, load and unload tasks, basic maths, and safe heavy lifting are important for this role. Mechanical knowledge supports equipment checks and clear reporting of faults.

Preferred: Warehouse experience, familiarity with a warehouse management system, and experience with shipping and receiving or equipment repair can help you contribute confidently across daily operations.

Work Location

In person