Reach Forklift Driver

Pertemps Gloucester; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Reach Forklift Driver in Stonehouse. The role entails safely operating a Reach Truck, managing stock, and ensuring quality checks in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a valid Reach Truck licence and warehouse experience. Competitive pay, with opportunities for overtime and permanent positions. Apply to secure a long-term career with a reputable company.

Benefits

Starting pay of £13.50 per hour, rising to £14.56 after 12 weeks

Overtime pay after 40 hours

On-site Health & Safety induction

Long-term roles with permanent opportunities

Responsibilities

• Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently.
• High-level picking and stock replenishment.
• Unloading deliveries and stock put-away.
• Scanning/voice picking, packing, dispatch, quality checks.
• Manual handling when required.

Skills

Valid Reach Truck licence

Proven Reach Truck driving experience

Previous warehouse experience across Goods In & Goods Out

Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Good attention to detail and communication skills

Physically fit and able to follow detailed instructions

Flexibility to support the team

Job description

Reach Fortklift Driver required in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, Pay: £13.50 per hour, rising to £14.56 after 12 weeks, Shifts: Monday-Friday, rotating 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 Contract: Temporary ongoing, with temp-to-perm opportunities.

Pertemps are recruiting for Reach Truck Drivers to join a leading food distribution company based in Stonehouse (GL10). This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work with a reputable and expanding business.

Key Duties

• Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently
• High-level picking and stock replenishment
• Goods In: unloading deliveries, stock put-away, rework as required
• Goods Out: scanning/voice picking, packing, dispatch, quality checks
• Using pick sheets and RFU scanners to meet accuracy standards
• Working to tight deadlines and meeting SLAs
• Manual handling when required

What We're Looking For

• Valid Reach Truck licence
• Proven Reach Truck driving experience
• Previous warehouse experience across Goods In & Goods Out
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Good attention to detail and communication skills
• Physically fit and able to follow detailed instructions
• Flexibility to support the team when needed

Pay & Benefits

• £13.50 per hour, rising to £14.56 after 12 weeks
• Overtime after 40 hours:
  • x1.25 weekdays
  • x1.5 Saturdays
  • x2 Sundays & Bank Holidays
• On-site Health & Safety induction on your first day
• Long-term roles with permanent opportunities for the right candidates

How to Apply

Visit Pertemps Gloucester, Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ (Mon-Fri, 08:00-17:00) or call (phone number removed) to register or get more details.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to work with a reliable and well-established company. Apply today