Nightshift Forklift Driver

Culina Group; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay (1.25x)

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Culina Group is hiring Forklift Truck Drivers for our Swadlincote hub. You will operate LPG counterbalance forklifts to move palletised freight, record movements with scanners, and follow strict safety and site procedures on a Monday–Friday day shift.

The role requires a valid forklift licence (RTITB or equivalent), experience with counterbalance trucks, and good literacy and numeracy for paperwork. Join a supportive team with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• A valid forklift licence (RTITB or equivalent).
• Experience operating gas/diesel counterbalance trucks preferred; electric ok.
• Good literacy and numeracy for paperwork and freight handling.
• Strong attention to detail and safety in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, flexible, and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate LPG counterbalance forklift trucks to load, unload, move, and organise palletised freight.
• Record freight movements using forklift-mounted scanning technology for traceability.
• Follow site procedures for labelling, placement and handling of goods.
• Work with Team Leaders to hit daily operational targets.
• Follow health and safety procedures and report risks.

Skills

Forklift licence

RTITB

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Literacy & numeracy

Job description

Hourly Rate £17.09 per hour | Permanent, Full-Time

Earn up to a £1000 annual bonus and £200 per month operational bonus!!

Join one of the UK’s leading pallet networks at our brand-new, purpose-built hub in Swadlincote. We’re looking for reliable, safety-conscious Forklift Truck Drivers to support our busy day operations and help keep freight moving efficiently across the country.

This is a secure, full-time, permanent opportunity within a fast-paced, professional environment where your forklift skills will play a key part in our daily operation.

Shift: Monday to Friday days, with shift times between 06:00 and 18:00.

Salary: £17.09 per hour plus bonus earning potential of up to £3400 per year

Job Description

What you’ll be doing:

• Safely operate LPG counterbalance forklift trucks to load, unload, move, and organise palletised freight.
• Use forklift-mounted scanning technology to accurately record freight movements and support full traceability across the network.
• Handle goods with care and accuracy, following site scanning, labelling, and placement procedures.
• Work closely with Team Leaders and colleagues to achieve daily operational targets.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, proactively identifying and reporting risks or unsafe practices.
• Complete daily pre-use checks on equipment and report any faults or maintenance requirements promptly.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with company standards.
• Support wider hub activity when required, including freight checks, bay organisation, and general operational support.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• A valid forklift licence, RTITB or equivalent, ideally with at least one year’s experience.
• Experience operating gas or diesel counterbalance trucks is preferred, although electric truck experience will also be considered.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills to support accurate paperwork and freight handling.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• A reliable, flexible, and team-focused approach.

Additional Information

What You’ll Receive:

• Overtime at time and a quarter (1.25x).
• 28 days holiday(including bank holidays)
• Access to abespoke, state-of-the-art facilitydesigned for comfort, safety, and operational excellence.
• Clearcareer progression pathwayswithin a growing national network.
• Ongoing access todiverse training and developmentprogrammes.
• Pension scheme and other benefits.
• High street shops discounts – (expanding the Hapi App benefits in more details)
• Uniform provided - (including cold weather suit in winter),
• EV salary sacrifice scheme,
• Free GP & wellness appointments through our R&R platform
• Employee of the month scheme,
• Subsidised canteen with free beverages,
• Free on-site parking and staff amenities.
• Supportive, team-focused working environment.