Forklift Driver

Forklift Driver Required!

Our client is an award-winning, family-run business based in Roydon, Essex, on the borders of Essex and Hertfordshire. As a leading supplier of premium fresh produce to the UK’s top supermarkets, they pride themselves on quality and excellence. They’re a thriving, fast-growing company, and they’re seeking a skilled and dedicated Forklift Driver to join their dynamic team.

Why Join?
Be part of a friendly, diverse team in a growing organisation that values hard work, dedication, and teamwork. Your role will be critical in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of produce within their facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Material Handling: Efficiently supply the packhouse with crates, pallets, and produce, ensuring timely availability as requested by the Production Manager.
• Rotation Management: Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) principles when moving produce, unless otherwise directed.
• Product Dispatch: Safely transport finished goods to the dispatch area, ensuring they are ready for loading.
• Loading & Unloading: Handle the loading and unloading of vehicles, verifying load sheets and manifests for accuracy.
• Forklift Maintenance & Safety: Perform daily checks on your forklift, report any damages or repairs needed, and ensure safety protocols are always followed.
• Cleanliness & Upkeep: Ensure forklifts are clean, charged, and well-maintained, conducting weekly wipe-downs and cleaning tasks.
• Waste Management: Regularly empty packhouse waste skips into the larger skip, ensuring it is securely covered.
• Special Tasks: Assist with special assignments as directed by the Production or Technical Manager.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety precautions and wear appropriate PPE at all times on site. Promote safety in all aspects of forklift operation.

What they’re Looking For:

• A responsible and experienced forklift driver with a strong sense of safety and efficiency.
• A team player who can work independently and contribute positively to the team.
• Someone with good timekeeping and a proactive approach to their work.

The role is 6 days per week and there is a 2 week rotation on shifts between an early (6.45am – 4pm) and late (9.30/10am-finish). Finish times are dependent on when last lorries are expected, usually this is no later than 6.30pm.

They are offering a starting daily rate of £105 per day, reviewed after 12 weeks successful probation.

If you’re a reliable forklift operator looking to make a difference in a vibrant and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!