Shovel And Forklift Driver

Personnel Link Employment Group Ltd; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking an experienced shovel and forklift driver in Staines-upon-Thames. This role involves operating heavy machinery to assist the recycling process during night shifts (5pm - 4am). Applicants must hold valid tickets, have experience in recycling or industrial environments, and have a strong safety focus. Competitive pay at £16.00 per hour and ongoing work available.

Qualifications

• Valid tickets/licences for shovel and forklift operation.
• Previous experience in recycling, waste, or industrial environments.
• Reliability to work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely move, load, and organise materials on site.
• Assist site operations using shovel and forklift skills.
• Maintain health and safety standards.
• Support the recycling process as a hands-on driver.

Skills

Shovel operation

Forklift operation

Safety focus

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced shovel and forklift driver to join our client in the recycling industry based in Staines. This role is ideal for a shovel and forklift driver who enjoys varied work and night shifts.

What’s on Offer

• £16.00 per hour
• Night shifts: 5pm - 4am
• Ongoing work with a long-standing recycling client
• A chance to put your shovel and forklift driver experience to full use

Key Responsibilities

• Operating as a shovel and forklift driver to safely move, load, and organise materials on site
• Assisting site operations by using both shovel and forklift driver skills effectively
• Maintaining health and safety standards across the yard
• Supporting the recycling process as a hands-on shovel and forklift driver

Requirements

• Valid tickets/licences for both shovel and forklift driver operation
• Previous experience in a similar role within recycling, waste, or industrial environments
• Reliability and flexibility to work night shifts (5pm - 4am)
• A strong focus on safety and teamwork

If you\'re a skilled shovel and forklift driver looking for stable night work, apply today