Counterbalance/Reach Forklift Driver

Job description

Forklift Driver - Counterbalance & Reach

Location: Bishop Stortford

Hours: AM and PM shifts, Monday to Friday

Pay: £14.75 per hour
Contract: Temp To Perm

Our client is a busy warehouse looking for experienced Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Drivers, to do AM or PM shifts. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced forklift driver to join a busy operation where you will play an important role in ensuring products are handled, stored and dispatched safely, accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Regularly operate a Counterbalance or Reach Forklift Truck.
• Complete daily Forklift Truck safety checks and report any faults or issues.
• Using the in house computer to do general admin for any stock checks or general information in the warehouse
• Pick products accurately and efficiently to meet operational requirements.
• Carry out pre-loading and unloading vehicle inspections.
• Load vehicles safely and ensure products are not damaged during loading.
• Transfer products between pallets as required.
• Load and unload vehicles and containers.
• Maintain effective communication with drivers, hauliers, colleagues and management.
• Ensure products are dispatched with the correct documentation.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, quality, hygiene and housekeeping at all times.
• Take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others in the workplace.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and legal requirements relating to Health & Safety.

Skills & Experience Required

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within a busy or warehouse environment
• A good understanding Health & Safety processes and relevant legislation.
• Previosu knowledge on Admin skills
• Proven experience operating a Counterbalance or Reach Forklift Truck.
• A valid & accredited Counterbalance or Reach Forklift Licence
• A valid driving licence.
• A strong focus on Health & Safety, accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy team.

Please call the team for more information

CSS does not discriminate against potential candidates based on race, colour, religion, and other protected classes. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion so are keen to encourage a diverse range of people to apply for the job. If you are invited to attend an interview, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments.

Reference 225696373