Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver needed in Hoddesdon.

Driver Hire; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver/Saw Operator in Hoddesdon. The role involves ensuring proper storage and organization of goods, operating forklifts, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have experience in a warehouse environment, a forklift licence, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of £30k, paid holidays, and a pension scheme. Personal protective equipment is provided, and candidates must have steel toe cap boots.

Benefits

Paid holidays, 28 days per annum including Christmas and bank holiday

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Forklift licence (Counterbalance) required.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written) are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check and store incoming goods and materials.
• Pick and strap orders accurately for dispatch.
• Load and unload deliveries safely and efficiently.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Reliability

Politeness

Education

Forklift Licence

Job description

Job Title

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver / Saw Operator

Start Date

12 / 01 / 2026

Location

Pindar Road, Hoddesdon

Employment Type

Full-time / Temp-Perm

Working Hours

07:30am-05:00pm (45 min lunch break @12:00pm)

Job Purpose

The warehouse operative will be responsible for ensuring the accurate receipt, storage and organisation of goods within the warehouse. The candidate must be conscientious, work well as part of a team, have good organisational skills and be willing to learn the products we sell and the way we work as a company. The candidate will deal with customers and must be polite and respectful in their duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, check and store incoming goods and materials
• Pick and strap orders accurately for dispatch
• Load and unload deliveries safely and efficiently
• Operate warehouse equipment (i.e. forklifts & saw – training for the saw will be provided prior to use)
• Maintain accurate inventory and feed relevant information back to office staff when required
• Keep the warehouse clean, safe and organised at all times
• Follow all company health and safety procedures
• Assist with stock takes and audits as needed
• Support other team members and departments when required

Skills and Experience Required

• Experience in a warehouse or logistics environment
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Polite and respectful towards customers and staff members
• Forklift licence (Counterbalance)

Qualifications

• Forklift Licence
• Table saw training (to be provided)

Working Environment

Warehouse-based role involving driving forklifts, manual handling and operating machinery.

PPE provided and must be worn at all times. Candidate must have steel toe cap boots of their own that are worn at all times in the warehouse. New boots will be provided by the company after the probationary period.

Salary and Benefits

• 30k salary
• Paid holidays, 28 days per annum including Christmas and bank holiday
• Pension scheme