Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative
- Maldon, Essex
- Temporary
- Full time
- £14 - £15 Per Hour
Job Description
Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative
Maldon, Essex | £14.50 per hour, increasing to £30,000 after 3 months 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract | First 3 Months via Prime Appointments Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm
Prime Appointments are recruiting for a Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative to join an established food manufacturing business in Maldon.
This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity, with the first 3 months through Prime Appointments. Following successful completion of the first 3 months, you will transfer onto the client's direct fixed-term contract, with your salary increasing to £30,000 per year.
There may also be opportunities to move onto alternative shift patterns further down the line, depending on business requirements.
Please note: Full UK driving licence is required as you will be driving forklifts on public roads
Duties will of the Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative include:
Operating a counterbalance forklift Carrying out daily forklift and vehicle checks Loading and unloading vehicles safely Moving stock around the warehouse and production areas Preparing products for dispatch Working with hauliers and internal teams Completing relevant paperwork accurately Maintaining high standards of health, safety and hygiene General warehouse duties as required
The ideal candidate will have:
A valid counterbalance forklift licence Previous warehouse or logistics experience Experience within FMCG or food manufacturing would be an advantage Good attention to detail A strong health and safety awareness A positive attitude and willingness to learn Full UK driving licence
Working hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
These are the initial working hours. Alternative shifts may become available further down the line depending on the needs of the business.
What's in it for you?
£14.50 per hour for the first 3 months £30,000 salary when transferring to the client's direct contract 12-month fixed-term contract 25 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service Sick pay scheme Life assurance and income protection Private medical insurance after qualifying period Enhanced pension scheme Ongoing training and development Employee Assistance Programme Retail discountsIf you're an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for a stable opportunity with a salary increase after 3 months, apply today.


