Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

Sammons Recruitment Ltd; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sammons Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative / Reach Truck Driver to join a busy UK warehouse. The role focuses on Reach Truck and forklift operation, loading and unloading deliveries, stock put-away and accurate goods handling in a safe environment.

Applicants should hold a valid Reach Truck licence, have solid warehouse experience and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. The position offers stable hours and a hands-on, team-oriented work culture.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach Truck licence is essential.
• Solid warehouse experience with safe operation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Reach Truck to move, load, unload and store goods in the warehouse.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and in line with procedures.
• Load/unload deliveries using the Reach Truck and replenish stock locations.
• Carry out stock movements and support inventory counts.
• Ensure goods are despatched correctly with paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Reach Truck Licence

Warehouse experience

Stock put-away

Inventory movements

Health and safety

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Barcoding

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative / Reach Truck Driver to join our client's busy logistics team. In this role, you will play a key part in the safe and efficient movement of goods throughout the warehouse, with a strong focus on Reach Truck and forklift operation. You will be responsible for loading and unloading deliveries, moving and storing stock, replenishing locations and supporting goods-in and goods-out activities. The ideal candidate will have solid warehouse experience, a valid Reach Truck licence and a strong focus on safety and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Reach Truck to move, load, unload and store goods throughout the warehouse
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and in line with company procedures
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing deliveries using the Reach Truck
• Put away stock into designated warehouse locations, making efficient use of available storage space
• Replenish stock locations, racking, trays and bins as required
• Accurately pick and move components and stock for internal teams and outbound orders
• Prepare goods for despatch, ensuring orders are correctly picked, packed and documented
• Check incoming deliveries against paperwork, identifying any damaged, missing or incorrect items
• Carry out stock movements and support regular inventory counts to maintain stock accuracy
• Undertake banksman duties, helping to safely coordinate vehicle and forklift movements around the warehouse
• Ensure safe pedestrian management when operating forklifts and moving goods
• Assist with general goods-in and goods-out activities, including collections, returns and outbound shipments
• Complete basic warehouse administration including manifests, stock transfers, barcoding and related paperwork
• Carry out routine checks of forklifts, pallet trucks, racking and other warehouse equipment, reporting any issues
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment and follow all relevant health and safety procedures

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience operating a Reach Truck in a busy warehouse environment
• Valid Reach Truck Forklift Licence is essential
• Confident and competent operating a Reach Truck in warehouse and racking environments
• Experience loading and unloading deliveries and safely moving stock around a warehouse
• Experience with stock put-away, replenishment and inventory movements
• Banksman training or experience would be advantageous
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety procedures
• Strong awareness of pedestrian and vehicle safety when operating forklifts
• Good attention to detail when handling stock, picking orders and checking deliveries
• Comfortable using warehouse systems and basic IT applications
• Good numerical and organisational skills
• Physically capable of moving boxes and equipment weighing up to 20kg
• Able to work independently and manage your workload in a busy environment
• Reliable, adaptable and safety-conscious
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude
• Strong team player with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and service

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Reach Truck Driver / Warehouse Operative to take on a varied position where forklift operation is a key part of the day-to-day role. We are looking for someone who takes safety seriously, works accurately and can confidently operate a Reach Truck within a busy warehouse environment.

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