Temporary Forklift Driver

Uxbridge Employment Agency; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Temporary Forklift Driver in Hayes. The ideal candidate must have a reach forklift certification and experience in a warehouse environment. Responsibilities include picking, packing orders, loading and unloading trucks, and operating reach and counterbalance forklifts. Competitive pay of £14.00 per hour with additional benefits. Immediate start available.

Benefits

25 days of holiday

Life insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Reach forklift certification is a must.
• Experience in a warehouse environment required.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Picking and packing orders efficiently.
• Loading and unloading trucks safely.
• Operating Reach and Counterbalance forklifts.

Skills

Reach forklift certification

Counterbalance forklift experience

Manual handling experience

Computer literacy

Team player

Job description

Overview

Temporary Forklift Driver — Reach & Counterbalance. Location: Hayes. Start Date: ASAP. Pay: £14.00 per hour + Holiday Pay. Shifts: Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:00 and 12:00 – 20:00.

About the Company: Join a market-leading business with over 20 years of experience. The Warehouse plays a crucial role in the company's operations, requiring close collaboration with other divisions such as inventory and transport. We are urgently seeking a flexible and adaptable Forklift Driver (reach essential) to join our dynamic team. You must be physically fit as there will be elements of heavy lifting.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking and packing orders
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Scanning and locating items
• Supporting the smooth operation of the Warehouse
• Operating Reach and Counterbalance forklifts
• Organizing and prioritizing workloads
• Assisting other Warehouse teams as needed

Requirements

• Essential: Reach forklift certification; Counterbalance forklift experience preferred
• Manual handling experience
• Computer literacy
• Proven track record in a warehouse environment
• Strong team player

Additional Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days of holiday
• Life insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Team initiatives (Annual team-building day, Employee of the Quarter, Job Swap)
• Training and career development opportunities

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable reporting to the Warehouse Manager. Apply now to secure your immediate start!

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About Us

We are Top Flight Recruitment Ltd (trading as Uxbridge Employment Agency and Windsor Employment Agency), and act as an Employment Agency when advertising permanent roles and as an Employment Business when advertising temporary or contract roles.

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