Reach Truck Driver

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Hartford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Northampton seeks dependable Reach Truck Drivers to join our warehouse team in Huntingdon. This is a full-time, permanent role with rotating shifts (06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00) at £13.24 per hour.

The position is forklift-focused with minimal manual handling and involves transporting palletised goods. Key duties include stacking and moving items, placing stock in high-bay racking, and following strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent).
• Proven experience driving a Reach Truck in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Reach Truck to transport, stack, and retrieve palletised goods safely.
• Perform general warehouse duties focused on pallet movement and storage.
• Ensure accurate placement of stock within high-bay racking systems.
• Adhere to site health and safety standards at all times.

Skills

Reach Truck Licence

Attention to detail

Good communication

Flexibility

Job description

A Reach Truck Driver position is available in Huntingdon, paying £13.24 per hour on a full-time, permanent basis. Working Monday to Friday on rotating shifts (06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, with a 30-minute unpaid break), you will operate the forklift for most of your shift, with minimal manual handling. Your duties centre on transporting, stacking, and retrieving palletised goods, ensuring precise stock placement within high-bay racking, and following site safety protocols. A valid Reach Truck licence is essential.

Pertemps Northampton seeks dependable individuals who can work efficiently within a warehouse setting. This role suits those comfortable with routine shift patterns and committed to maintaining a safe, orderly workspace.

Reach Truck Driver Location: Huntingdon Pay Rate: £13.24 per hour Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, rotating shifts (06:00 – 14:00 and 14:00 – 22:00) with a 30-minute unpaid break.

Role Overview

We are seeking reliable and licensed Reach Truck Drivers to join our dynamic warehouse team in Huntingdon. This is primarily a forklift-based role where you will spend the vast majority of your shift operating the truck with minimal manual handling required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Reach Truck to transport, stack, and retrieve palletised goods safely.
• Performing general warehouse duties focused on efficient pallet movement and storage.
• Ensuring accurate placement of stock within high-bay racking systems.
• Adhering strictly to site health and safety standards at all times.

Requirements

• Valid, accredited Reach Truck License (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent standard).
• Proven experience driving a Reach Truck in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.
• Flexibility to work the rotating weekly shift pattern.

Selection Process

Successful applicants must attend a site interview and walk-round tour prior to their official start date.