Warehouse Operative/ Forklift Driver

TN United Kingdom; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver to enhance their team in Ballymena. This role involves preparing orders for delivery, maintaining warehouse cleanliness, and operating a forklift. With a focus on teamwork and precision, you will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient operations. The position offers a competitive pay rate and the opportunity for permanent employment after a temporary period. If you possess the necessary skills and are ready to contribute to a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual handling and forklift operation is essential.
• Good basic education in Maths and English (GCSE grade C or above).

Responsibilities

• Maintain warehouse areas and assist maintenance staff as needed.
• Load and unload deliveries using a forklift.

Skills

Manual handling

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Team working

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE in Maths and English

Tools

Forklift

Computer terminal controlled equipment

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Warehouse Operative/ Forklift Driver, Ballymena

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Client:

Ashton Recruitment

Location:

Ballymena, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Our client based in Ballymena is currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative/ Forklift Driver to join their team! This position will see you working within the warehouse preparing orders for delivery as per customer specifications

Position: Warehouse Operative/ Forklift Driver

Location: Ballymena

Duration: Temporary to Permanent

Pay Rate: £12.59 per hour

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday with a 3-week shift rotation

6am- 3pm, 8am to 5pm, 10am to 7pm

Duties will include (but not be limited to):

* Maintain warehouse and yard areas in tidy condition - assisting maintenance staff as required.
* Serving customers - loading pallets and totes
* Operating a semi-automated bagging line and filling tote bags
* Loading & unloading curtain sided deliveries by forklift
* Loading bulk vehicles
* Cleaning bulk vehicles and trailers

* Manual handling experience & training
* Counterbalance forklift truck experience & current licence.
* Good basic education (GCSE / equivalent in Maths and English, grade C or above)
* Good communication, team working skills & attention to detail.
* Basic computer literacy, experience using computer terminal controlled equipment is desirable.

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency.