Warehouse Driver/Forklift Operator

Arm; Oxford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BPSS clearance

4-month contract

Job summary

Arm, based near Brize Norton, is seeking an experienced Warehouse Driver / Forklift Operator to join a busy aerospace and defence operation. The role involves safely operating 3.5T vans and forklifts, loading/unloading, goods-in/goods-out, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a Part 145 environment.

You'll work a rotating 5-on/4-off schedule with 12-hour shifts, average 40.5 hours per week, and a 16.88% uplift for night shifts.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record.
• Experience driving commercial vehicles, including vans.
• Forklift experience and certification (or willingness to obtain certification).
• Experience operating material handling equipment.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics or supply chain roles.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS/security clearance.
• Flexible with rotating day and night shifts.
• Good level of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles, including 3.5T vans and forklifts.
• Transport materials to designated locations on and off site.
• Load, unload and handle materials in line with logistics and airworthiness requirements.
• Support warehouse operations, including goods in/goods out activities.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure paperwork is processed.
• Assist with inventory and material handling tasks.
• Comply with safety, quality and security procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Monitor for Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and report.

Skills

Driving license

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift certification

3.5T van operation

Material handling equipment

Job description

Warehouse Driver / Forklift Operator

Brize Norton, Oxfordshire

£22.00 per hour

16.88% Night Shift Uplift

4-Month Contract

BPSS+ Clearance Required

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Warehouse Driver / Forklift Operator to join a busy aerospace and defence operation based in Brize Norton. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly regulated Part 145 environment, supporting warehouse, logistics and transportation activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and security.

Shift Pattern

• 5 days on, 4 days off rota
• Rotating days and nights (one week days, one week nights etc)
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00am to 7:00pm and 7:00pm to 7:00am
• Average 40.5 hours per week across the year
• 16.88% uplift for night shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles, including 3.5T vans and forklifts
• Transport materials to designated locations on and off site
• Load, unload and handle materials in accordance with logistics and airworthiness requirements
• Support warehouse operations, including goods in/goods out activities
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure paperwork is accurately processed
• Assist with inventory and material handling tasks
• Comply with all company quality, safety and security procedures
• Ensure excellent housekeeping standards within the warehouse
• Remain vigilant regarding FOD (Foreign Object Debris) control
• Support managers and team leaders with ad hoc operational requirements

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
• Previous experience driving commercial vehicles, including vans
• Forklift experience and certification (or willingness to obtain certification)
• Experience operating material handling equipment
• Previous warehouse, logistics, materials support or supply chain experience
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS/security clearance
• Flexible approach to working rotating day and night shifts
• Good level of written and spoken English

Desirable Experience

• Aerospace, aviation, defence or military environment experience
• Experience working within a Part 145 regulated environment
• Experience in secure or restricted-access facilities
• Knowledge of airworthiness and logistics procedures