Part Time FLT/Warehouse Operative (62)

TN United Kingdom; Thetford; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift/Warehouse Operative to join their team in Thetford. This part-time role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the safe loading and unloading of freight while adhering to health and safety regulations. With a commitment to employee development, the company provides fully funded refresher training and a supportive work atmosphere. If you have a counterbalance certification and a flexible attitude, this opportunity could be your next career step. Join a family-owned business that values its team members and contributes to a successful distribution network.

Benefits

20 Holidays + Bank Holidays

Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme

Fully funded refresher training

Branded Uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in operating forklift trucks and loading/unloading pallets.
• Ability to comply with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound palletised freight safely.
• Inspect forklift trucks daily and report issues.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Health and Safety Compliance

Warehouse Management

Education

Counterbalance Certification

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Part Time FLT/Warehouse Operative (62), Thetford

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Thetford, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: Norfolk IP24 1HG
Shift Pattern: 20 hours
Salary: £11,897.60

FLT/ Warehouse Operative - Backshift 15.30 – 19.30 Monday to Friday (20 hours) £11.44 ph

Reporting To: Depot Night Manager / Depot General Manager

Freightroute Ltd is a leading family-owned Palletised Distribution Network, operating from ten strategic sites throughout the UK, employing over 420 people, with a fleet of over 175 LGVs and 100 trailers, handling over 800,000 pallets per annum. Our depot in Thetford is integral to our success.

Working within a small team, as a forklift driver, you will be responsible for loading and unloading inbound palletised freight safely and moving pallets to and from the warehouse, canopy, and vehicles. Efficiently stacking and storing the palletised freight in the appropriate areas.

Who are we looking for?

The successful Forklift Operator will have the experience, skill, and flexible attitude to take on this role and thrive.

• Inspect forklift trucks daily and report any issues found.
• Conduct operations safely, complying with all Health and Safety legislation.
• Ensure inbound and outbound pallets are loaded accurately and free of damage, with correct labels, reporting any variances.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, assisting in warehouse, canopy, and trailer tidiness.
• Possess a current counterbalance certification without exception.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Job Benefits:

• Holidays 20 + Bank Holidays
• Average Earnings Holiday Overtime
• Online holiday management system
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Freightroute Limited Branded Uniform
• Fully funded refresher training and certification every 3 years.

Previous experience in a busy warehouse environment loading and unloading pallets for a fleet of HGVs and trailers is preferred; however, new qualified operators are welcome.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit directly, but we do have an authorized agency partner list. We will contact you if needed.

The Freightroute Group requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. We do not offer sponsorship/work visas. Proof of Right to Work is required at interview.