Reachtruck driver (with certificate)

Robin; Leerdam; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Robin in Leerdam is hiring Reach Truck Drivers for a state-of-the-art cheese packaging and slicing center as part of a 400-strong logistics team. You will safely operate a reach truck to move goods, perform daily safety checks, and keep the warehouse organized.

The role follows a strict 3-shift rotation (Mornings/Afternoons/Nights, Mon–Fri) with guaranteed hours and provided safety shoes and work clothes. A valid reach truck certificate is required, along with experience in warehouse logistics

Qualifications

• Valid reach truck certificate required.
• Experience in warehouse logistics or production environments preferred.
• Good communication in English or Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach truck to move goods to storage/production areas.
• Perform daily safety and operational checks on the reach truck.
• Keep warehouse clean, organized and compliant with safety protocols.

Skills

English/Dutch language proficiency

Education

Reach truck certificate

Tools

Reach truck

Job description

Are you a skilled reach truck operator looking for a stable, long-term position with an industry leader? Our client is seeking dedicated Reach Truck Drivers to join their state-of-the-art cheese packaging and slicing center in Leerdam. In this role, you will be a vital part of a massive logistics team (comprising roughly 400 employees from over 30 countries) responsible for moving and organizing world-famous cheese brands like Frico and Milner. If you value safety, quality, and a highly collaborative team environment, this is the perfect career move for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Movement: Safely and efficiently operate a reach truck to transport goods to their correct storage and production locations.
• Safety & Maintenance Checks: Conduct daily safety and operational inspections on your reach truck, promptly reporting any deviations or issues.
• Warehouse Organization: Actively assist in keeping the warehouse clean, tidy, well-structured, and compliant with safety protocols.

The base salary for the role is €17.13 gross per hour with rich bonus structures and allowances. Overtime Incentive: 30% extra allowance for hours worked beyond the standard 36-hour week.

• Saturday Premiums: 30% extra for hours worked up to 15:00. 60% extra for hours worked between 15:00 and 22:00.
• Sundays & Holidays Premiums: 120% extra for hours worked up to 22:00. 40% extra for late hours between 22:00 and 00:00.

This is a highly secure employer offering guaranteed, consistent hours week after week. There are clear internally-driven career advancement and development opportunities. Lastly, all successful candidates will get high-quality safety shoes and professional company work clothes are fully supplied directly by the employer.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Certifications: A valid reach truck certificate is mandatory.
• Experience: Prior experience in warehouse logistics or technical production environments.
• Language Skills: Good communication proficiency in either English or Dutch.
• Flexibility: Full availability to work a strict 3-shift weekly rotation (Mornings/Afternoons/Nights, Monday through Friday).
• Accommodation: Willing to live in a shared room and share common area (kitchen, bathroom).
• Partner: Accept working in separate shifts and departments when applying with a friend or a partner B1 English.