Timber Yard Forklift Operator (Mon-Fri, Corby)

ACS Staffing Solutions; Corby; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary with potential to permanent

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a busy timber yard in Corby. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, load and unload timber, move stock around the yard, and assist with customer orders.

The role is outdoors, Monday to Friday 07:30–16:40, with a temporary contract that could become permanent for the right candidate. A valid forklift licence and safe working practices are essential.

Qualifications

• A valid counterbalance forklift licence.
• Experience operating a counterbalance truck.
• Experience handling timber or other long, bulky materials would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Reliable, hardworking and practical approach.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading deliveries of timber and other materials.
• Moving stock around the yard and into designated storage areas.
• Assisting with the preparation and movement of customer orders.
• Supporting general yard and warehouse duties when required.
• Keeping the working area clean, tidy and safe.
• Carrying out daily forklift checks and reporting any faults.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Counterbalance forklift experience

Timber/bulky materials handling

Health and safety awareness

Reliable team player

Practical approach

Job description

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a busy timber yard in Corby. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, load and unload timber, move stock around the yard, and assist with customer orders.

The role is outdoors, Monday to Friday 07:30–16:40, with a temporary contract that could become permanent for the right candidate. A valid forklift licence and safe working practices are essential.