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Forklift Driver

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 27,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wolverton

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative – MANUAL HANDLING REQUIRED & OPTIONAL OVERTIME
 Salary: Up to £28,000 plus overtime
 Hours: 7:30am – 4:00pm (40 hours per week)
 Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays

Our client is seeking a dependable Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative to join their proactive operations team. This role involves supporting daily yard activities, preparing equipment for despatch, and safely loading and unloading vehicles using forklifts.

Manual handling and heavy lifting are integral to this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Attend daily toolbox talks at 7:30am to ensure safety and communication

Maintain a clean, safe and organised yard environment at all times

Accurately select equipment using load lists

Safely load and unload vehicles using counterbalance forklifts and telehandlers

Secure loads on trailers with ratchet straps in line with health and safety regulations

Assist with stock control and prepare equipment for despatch

Carry out equipment inspections and perform basic maintenance tasks

Support annual stock audits as required

Complete load lists and yard paperwork accurately and promptly

Candidate Requirements:

Valid forklift licence (essential)

Previous experience in a yard, warehouse or operations environment

Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work safely and adhere to established procedures

Overtime Rates:

Monday to Friday after 8 hours: 1.5x hourly rate

Saturday: 1.5x hourly rate

Sunday: 1.5x hourly rate

Bank holidays: double pay

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team, with regular overtime available during busy periods

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