Temp-to-Perm Counterbalance Forklift Driver (Outdoor Yard)

Interaction Recruitment Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking a Forklift Driver for a temporary-to-permanent role in Sittingbourne. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, outdoors in a busy yard, and handle pallets, labels, and dispatch paperwork.

A valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential and you must drive as the site is not accessible by public transport. 07:00–15:00, Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility.

Qualifications

• Valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Must drive - site is not accessible by public transport.
• Computer literate and confident using basic warehouse systems.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Flexible and willing to assist with yard duties as required.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Operating a counterbalance forklift for approximately 85% of the role.
• Working outdoors in a busy yard environment.
• Moving pallets around the yard and loading/unloading vehicles and warehouse areas.
• Using a computer to print labels and produce dispatch paperwork.
• Assisting with general yard duties when required.
• Ensuring all forklift operations are carried out safely and efficiently.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Computer literacy

Outdoor work

Punctual reliability

Tools

Warehouse systems

Job description

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking a Forklift Driver for a temporary-to-permanent role in Sittingbourne. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, outdoors in a busy yard, and handle pallets, labels, and dispatch paperwork.

A valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential and you must drive as the site is not accessible by public transport. 07:00–15:00, Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility.