Logistics Operator - Forklift Driver

Adecco • Temporary • Southminster, Essex, England, United Kingdom • £14 / hour • 5h ago

Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Location: Southminster
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Shifts: 12-hour rotating days and nights (7:00am to 7:00pm), including weekends and bank holidays during peak season

Pay: £14 per hour. After 40 hours overtime is paid at time and a half.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy manufacturing site in Southminster. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with forklift experience looking for long-term work with the potential of a permanent position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, ingredients, packaging, finished goods, and bales across the site, helping to keep production and logistics operations running smoothly during the busy harvest season.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate a Counterbalance Forklift safely and efficiently
Load, unload, move and store materials across the site
Supply production areas with required materials and ingredients
Complete stock movement and distribution records accurately
Use scanners, printers and warehouse systems as required
Carry out effective shift handovers
Maintain high housekeeping and health & safety standards
Support warehouse, logistics and production teams when needed

What We're Looking For:

Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence with a minimum of 6 months' experience
Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse or logistics environment
Good understanding of health & safety procedures
Strong communication and organisational skills
Basic computer skills
A flexible, reliable and proactive approach to work

Desirable:

Telehandler or shunter experience (training can be provided)

This is a seasonal role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate. Flexibility is essential due to the nature of the operation and seasonal demands.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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