RTITB Forklift Driver

Adecco Portugal; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Incentives and rewards

Pension scheme

Eye care vouchers

Support programmes

Job summary

Adecco are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative / Forklift Truck Driver in Maldon. This temporary role starts 4th November for 4 weeks and offers a clear path to potential permanency for the right candidate.

You will operate a Counterbalance FLT, handle stock, complete safety checks, and maintain accurate records while ensuring a safe, efficient warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Valid RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence.
• Previous warehouse or logistics experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to carry out manual handling duties.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Safely carry out daily warehouse operations in line with health and safety procedures.
• Receive, store, pick, pack, and dispatch stock accurately.
• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks and warehouse equipment safely.
• Complete pre-use equipment and vehicle safety checks.
• Process deliveries, returns, and dispatch documentation.
• Maintain accurate stock records and system updates.
• Assist with freight bookings and shipment preparation.
• Support stock counts and inventory activities.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with warehouse standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and a positive safety culture.

Skills

RTITB Counterbalance license

Warehouse experience

Communication

Manual handling

Safety awareness

Flexible attitude

Job description

RTITB Forklift Truck Driver

Valid RTITB Counterbalance License is essential

Temporary- Starts 4th November for a period of 4 weeks.

Maldon - Own transport is essential for this position or located local to the area in Maldon

Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm

£13- £14ph + Holiday, Pension and Adecco Benefits

We are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative / Forklift Truck Driver to join a busy and growing warehouse team. This is a fantastic temporary-to-permanent opportunity for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver who is looking for long-term stability, development opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

If you're safety-focused, reliable, and enjoy a varied warehouse role, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely carry out daily warehouse operations in line with health and safety procedures


• Receive, store, pick, pack, and dispatch stock accurately


• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks and warehouse equipment safely


• Complete pre-use equipment and vehicle safety checks


• Process deliveries, returns, and dispatch documentation


• Maintain accurate stock records and system updates


• Assist with freight bookings and shipment preparation


• Support stock counts and inventory activities


• Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with warehouse standards


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and a positive safety culture

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Valid RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence


• Previous warehouse or logistics experience


• Good communication skills


• Ability to carry out manual handling duties


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety


• Flexible and proactive approach to work

Why Work for Adecco?

• Weekly pay


• Candidate of the Month incentives


• Boost Rewards Scheme - earn points and access retail discounts


• Access to support programmes


• Eye care vouchers


• Competitive pension scheme

If you're an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver looking for a role where your skills are valued and where a temporary position can lead to a permanent career, we'd love to hear from you.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website