Reach Truck Driver/Warehouse Operative

Food Service Logistics; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is looking for a Warehouse and Reach Truck Operative in Hemel Hempstead. The role requires a valid D2 reach truck license and provides a fast-paced working environment with competitive pay and benefits including a pension scheme and retail discounts. Candidates must be experienced in warehouse operations, particularly in multi-temperature settings.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Retail discounts

Free on-site car parking

Internal training programs

Qualifications

• Must hold a D2 reach truck license at RTITB or ITSAR standard.
• Experience with racking up to 10.2m is essential.
• Familiarity with ambient racking systems that include sprinklers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate in a multi-temperature warehouse environment.
• Ensure reach trucks are used and maintained according to Health and Safety guidelines.
• Assist with picking and loading.

Skills

Reach Truck Operation

Health and Safety Compliance

Cold Environment Operation

Warehouse Efficiency

Education

D2 Reach Truck License

Job description

Role: Warehouse and Reach Truck Operative

Shift Pattern: Any 5 out of 7 days (subject to business requirements)

Hours: 09:30 - 18:00

Pay: £13.35 per hour, plus £15.38 per week skills payment

Start Date: ASAP

Overview

Food Service Logistics is seeking experienced Warehouse Operatives with a valid Reach Truck license to join our busy, modern warehouse. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-performance environment. Please only apply for this position if you hold a valid D2 reach truck license at RTITB or ITSAR standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate in a multi-temperature warehouse environment (chill, ambient, and frozen).
• Primarily operate a reach truck, with cross-training for other warehouse tasks.
• Ensure reach trucks are used and maintained according to Health and Safety guidelines.
• Assist with picking and loading.
• Allocate and replenish pallets onto racks using a reach truck.

Criteria

• Must hold a D2 reach truck license at RTITB or ITSAR standard. An internal assessment for both reach truck and PPT is required.
• Experience with racking up to 10.2m is essential.
• Familiarity with ambient racking systems that include sprinklers is preferred.
• Experience operating an FLT in freezer conditions (-25 degrees) is preferred. Frozen PPE will be provided, and time spent working in freezer will be limited.

Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme that increases with service.
• Life Assurance Policy covering up to 4x basic salary.
• Additional £3 per hour for weekend and bank holiday shifts.
• Overtime shifts available.
• Retail discounts across the UK, up to 20%.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Employee assistance program.
• Internal training programs and development opportunities.