Forklift Driver (Reach)

Job Title: Forklift Driver (Reach)


Location: EH48 2FB


Start Date: ASAP


Contract Length: 12 weeks- Temporary initially opportunity for Permanent


Pay Rate: £14.68 Per hour


Working Hours: 8am-4pm (35-40 hours per week)


5 days over 7 on a set rota


Job and finish- flexibility is required


 


Join a fast-paced distribution centre as a reach forklift driver!

 

Main duties:

• To safely operate a forklift reach truck in a warehouse or industrial setting to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise or materials efficiently and accurately.
• Operate a reach truck forklift to move pallets and materials in and out of racking systems.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles such as trucks or shipping containers.
• Store products in designated locations within the warehouse, ensuring correct stacking and inventory practices.
• Adhere to Health and Safety procedures and warehouse protocols.
• Use scanners, inventory systems, or paperwork to track stock movements.
• Support general warehouse duties when required (e.g., packing, labelling, manual handling).
• Picking and packing supermarket orders efficiently
• Handling heavy lifting as part of the job
• Working as part of a supportive team

 

 

Key Skills:

• Must have reach forklift licence and previous experience.
• Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting
• Being able to prioritize tasks and stay organized.
• Efficiently managing time ensures that tasks are completed promptly.
• Reliable and able to work the rotating shift pattern
• Good attention to detail
• Previous warehouse experience

 

Apply Today! Don’t miss out—secure your spot in this exciting role!