Night Shift Forklift Operator – Recycling & Logistics

Enva; Grantham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Enva in Grantham is seeking a Fork Lift Operative to support safe handling, movement, processing and storage of materials across the site. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, transport materials and assist with production targets while upholding high safety, quality and environmental standards.

The role requires prior recycling or waste management experience, a valid counterbalance FLT licence, and the ability to work physically in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a recycling or waste management environment.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations related to recycling.
• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence or previous forklift experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding role, including lifting and moving equipment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Complete daily inspections and basic operational checks, reporting defects promptly.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently in line with site procedures and legal requirements.
• Load, unload, move and store incoming and outgoing materials, products, baled waste, containers and equipment across the Grantham site.
• Supply production and processing areas with materials and remove finished products or waste streams as required.
• Carry out vehicle loading and unloading activities, ensuring correct segregation, identification and storage of materials.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and basic operational checks, reporting defects promptly.
• Monitor stock movement and assist with stock control activities as directed.
• Ensure materials are placed in the correct locations and handled in accordance with operational, environmental and quality standards.
• Assist with site housekeeping duties, keeping work areas clean, organised and free from hazards.
• Support production teams in achieving daily throughput and operational targets.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental and security procedures, reporting near misses, unsafe conditions and incidents immediately.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and other departments to ensure efficient site operations.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives as required.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT license

Warehouse experience

Health and safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Enva in Grantham is seeking a Fork Lift Operative to support safe handling, movement, processing and storage of materials across the site. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, transport materials and assist with production targets while upholding high safety, quality and environmental standards.

The role requires prior recycling or waste management experience, a valid counterbalance FLT licence, and the ability to work physically in a demanding environment.