Forklift Driver

We are currently looking for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our client's team, located in Hixon, Staffordshire (ST18). This is a full time long term role, which carries a real opportunity of a permanent role for the right candidate.

* Work is within an engineering workshop environment, so any applicants must be comfortable of operating in this type of environment.

* Having your own car or motorbike is essential due to the location of work.

Forklift Driver key job details:

* 06:00 to 14:30, Monday to Friday

* Starting pay rate of up to £13.65ph

* Overtime paid at 1.2x on weekdays, 1.4x on weekends

* Long term work

Forklift Driver key responsibilities:

* Operate a counterbalance forklift truck

* Movement of parts and materials around the workshop and into a factory

* Loading and unloading

* Carry out forklift checks and report any defects

* Follow site procedures and work plans accurately

* Always comply with health and safety policies

Forklift Driver person specification:

* You must hold an in-date valid accredited counterbalance FLT licence (e.g. RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT)

* Previous experience of operating a forklift in an engineering, factory, manufacturing or production environment would be ideal

* Comfortable with some manual handling duties when required

* You must hold good English (reading and verbal) skills

* You must have your own car or motorbike due to the location of the work

If you're interested in this Forklift Driver vacancy, please apply by clicking the apply now button, or by contacting IAP Recruitment