Logistics Operative - Fork Lift Driver

Wernick Group Limited; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance 2 x annual salary

Free onsite parking

Training and progression opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group, is seeking a Logistics Operative (Forklift & Crane Operator) to support the Logistics Team Leader and production teams with the safe movement of materials and buildings in line with the factory programme.

Key responsibilities include operating forklift and crane equipment, ensuring health and safety compliance, carrying out quality checks, and supporting JIT material supply and stock control to optimise production flow.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, factory, or material handling environments.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Valid forklift licence (counterbalance/reach).

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and crane equipment safely and complete pre-use checks.
• Move, load, unload and position materials/buildings to support daily production.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental procedures and RAMS.
• Carry out material quality/state checks and report defects.
• Support Just in Time (JIT) material supply and stock control.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and storage efficiency.
• Stock counting
• Communicate effectively with DC, Stores and production teams.

Skills

Forklift license

Crane operation

MEWP/IPAF certification

Job description

Company:

Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group

About the Company:

Wernick Buildings, a division of The Wernick Group, is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family-run and owned company.

Over the last five years, the company has more than doubled its profits, attributing its success to the quality and dedication of its workforce. The Wernick Group pride itself on a team full of enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a real can-do spirit.

About the role:

We are looking for a Logistics Operative (Forklift & Crane Operator) to support the Logistics Team Leader and production teams with the safe and efficient movement of materials and buildings, including waste management, in line with the factory programme.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift and crane equipment safely and complete pre-use checks.
• Move, load, unload and position materials/buildings to support daily production.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental procedures and RAMS.
• Carry out material quality/state checks and report defects.
• Support Just in Time (JIT) material supply and stock control.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and storage efficiency.
• Stock counting
• Communicate effectively with DC, Stores and production teams.
• Experience in warehouse, factory, or material handling environments.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Valid forklift licence (counterbalance/reach).
• Crane operation experience.
• MEWP / IPAF certification.
• Experience in a construction or manufacturing environment.

What you will get in return:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
• Option to buy extra holidays
• Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
• Christmas Shutdown
• Cycle to work scheme
• Annual Salary review – takes place each January
• Life Assurance 2 x annual salary
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Training and progression opportunities
• Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
• Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
• Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Required Criteria

• Experience in warehouse, factory, or material handling environments.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Valid forklift licence (counterbalance/reach).

Desired Criteria

• Crane operation experience.
• MEWP / IPAF certification.
• Experience in a construction or manufacturing environment.

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn't just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

Company Culture

Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That's why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources you need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Your Future with the Wernick Group

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that's building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

Company Benefits

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Shopping Cashback, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Annual Rise, Profit Share, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Staff celebration events