Reach truck driver

Quest Employment; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Employment in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Reach Truck Drivers for Magna Park, Lutterworth. This temporary ongoing role offers regular shifts and the chance for long-term work for reliable and motivated individuals.

Pay rate is £14.12 per hour. Successful candidates must hold a valid Reach Truck licence, have a minimum of 6 months Reach Truck driving experience, and be willing to undergo a DBS check and a 2-hour on-site lift truck assessment.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Reach Truck licence/certificate required (RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT, NPORS or other recognised accred) or recently expired licence with operator within last 6 months.
• Minimum 6 months Reach Truck driving experience.
• Experience with 360 steering within reach truck operations.
• Good attention to detail and safety in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach truck safely in a busy warehouse.
• Load, unload, move, and store stock as directed.
• Pick and replenish stock using the reach truck.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Handle goods with care to minimise damage.
• Follow health and safety procedures and site rules.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.
• Keep work area clean and organised.

Skills

Reach Truck Licence

Reach Truck Driving

360 Steering

Job description

Reach Truck Driver – Lutterworth - Magna Park

Easily commutable from Coventry, Leicester and Corby via car

Shifts available –

Goods in – 7am-3pm // Monday to Friday

AV – 8am-4pm // Monday to Friday

Dispatch – 1pm-9pm // Monday to Friday

Pay rate -

£14.12 per hour

We are currently recruiting experienced Reach Truck Drivers to join a busy, large-scale warehouse operation based in Lutterworth. This is a temporary ongoing position offering regular work for reliable and motivated individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a reach truck safely and efficiently within a busy warehouse environment.
• Loading, unloading, moving, and storing stock in designated warehouse locations.
• Picking and replenishing stock using the reach truck.
• Completing daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects.
• Ensuring all goods are handled with care to minimise damage.
• Following all health and safety procedures and site regulations.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties when required.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area.

Essential Requirements:

• A valid UK Reach Truck licence/certificate (RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT, NPORS or other nationally recognised accreditation), or an expired licence provided you have operated a Reach Truck within the last 6 months.
• A minimum of 6 months' Reach Truck driving experience.
• Must have experience with 360 steering within your reach truck experience
• Good attention to detail and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.

Important Information:

• This is a temporary ongoing role with the opportunity for long-term work.
• Employment is subject to successfully completing a 2-hour on-site Reach Truck assessment to demonstrate safe and competent operation of the forklift.
• All successful candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check prior to starting work. This is a mandatory requirement set by our client.
• Shift finish times are dependent on workload and operational requirements. As a result, finish times cannot be guaranteed and may vary from day to day. Applicants must be flexible and willing to work until the day's workload has been completed.

If you are an experienced Reach Truck Driver looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.