Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Operative and Counterbalance Forklift Driver in Slough. The role involves handling inbound deliveries, stock placement, and operating a counterbalance forklift with full training provided.

Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm, the position offers a full-time contract with a fixed annual salary. You will verify shipment accuracy, report damage, and follow health and safety protocols, supporting a busy distribution site and ensuring smooth

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift licence (essential).
• Experience in warehouse or distribution environment.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Unload inbound deliveries and move stock to storage and holding areas.
• Ensure inbound/outbound shipments are correct and undamaged, report issues.
• Pick and pack customer orders, ensure correct quantities for dispatch.
• Conduct efficient order picking to meet targets.
• Move stock from storage to vehicles for loading.
• Use RF scanning for picking, receiving and loading activities.
• Assist with stock takes and inventory counts.
• Perform daily equipment checks and report faults promptly.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

RF scanning

Stock handling

Health & safety

Team player

Tools

RF scanning equipment

Job description

As a Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver in Slough, you will handle inbound deliveries and stock placement using counterbalance forklifts and VNA cranes, with full crane training supplied. Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm, you will verify shipment accuracy, report damage, and follow safety protocols. The role offers a full-time contract at £27,184.83 per annum. Prior counterbalance certification is essential, while reliability and care are key. You will support a well-established logistics firm, ensuring smooth workflows and quality standards across its distribution site. This position suits someone comfortable with mechanical handling equipment and routine physical duties, seeking stable, daytime hours in Slough.

Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance Forklift Driver Location: Slough Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm Salary: £27,184.83 per annum

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established logistics and distribution company for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy warehouse team with full VNA Crane training provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating warehouse material handling equipment (MHE) safely and efficiently, following all company procedures. Including Forklift and VNA Crane.
• Safely unload inbound deliveries and move stock to designated storage and holding areas.
• Ensure that inbound and outbound shipments are correct and not damaged or broken, reporting any quality issues to shift supervisor.
• Pick, prepare and loading customers’ orders, ensuring that all products are correct and the right quantities are dispatched.
• Carry out order picking efficiently to meet customer service and productivity targets.
• Move stock from storage and holding areas onto vehicles.
• Use RF scanning equipment for picking, receiving and loading activities.
• Assist with stock takes and physical inventory counts.
• Complete daily equipment checks and inspections in line with company procedures.
• Report any equipment faults or performance issues promptly to shift supervisors.

What We're Looking For

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
• Previous experience working within a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.
• A reliable, positive and team-focused attitude.