Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative

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

Our client is looking for a Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative to join their busy operations team. This role involves supporting daily yard activities, preparing equipment for dispatch, and loading/unloading vehicles using a forklift.

Manual handling and heavy lifting will be required.

Key Duties:

• Attend daily toolbox talks at 7:30am

• Maintain a clean and safe yard environment

• Pick equipment using load lists

• Load and unload vehicles using counterbalance forklifts and telehandlers

• Secure loads on trailers using ratchet straps in line with regulations

• Assist with stock control and ensure equipment is ready for dispatch

• Carry out equipment checks and basic maintenance

• Support annual stock audits

• Complete load lists and yard paperwork accurately

Requirements:

• Valid Forklift licence (essential)

• Experience working in a yard, warehouse or operations environment

• Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting

• Good attention to detail

• Ability to work safely and follow procedures

Overtime Rates:

• Mon–Fri after 8 hours: 1.5x hourly rate

• Saturday: 1.5x hourly rate

• Sunday: 1.5x hourly rate

• Bank Holidays: Double pay

This is a great opportunity to join a growing team with regular overtime available during busy periods.