Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver

Our client based in the Ely area is currently looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative with a Counterbalance Forklift license to join their busy and growing team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking company that supplies high-quality products across the UK.

Working within a fast-paced warehouse environment, you will play a key role in the production and dispatch of customer orders while working as part of the late shift team. This position would suit someone with previous warehouse experience with a valid forklift license who is motivated, reliable and looking to develop within a long-term career opportunity.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Taking delivery of goods and supplies
  • Checking incoming deliveries for damaged or missing items
  • Moving stock around the warehouse manually or using a forklift truck
  • Picking and packing customer orders accurately
  • Loading goods with the forklift truck ready for dispatch
  • Keeping stock records and paperwork up to date
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within the warehouse
  • Supporting the wider warehouse and logistics team as required

Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience working within a warehouse environment
  • Forklift licence (counterbalance) is essential
  • Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling duties
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy
  • Motivated with a calm and level-headed approach
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Looking to learn, develop and progress within the business

Hourly Rate & Working Hours:

  • £14.15 per hour
  • Enhanced overtime rates available
  • Monday to Friday
  • 15:30 – 00:00

Benefits:

  • Free on-site gym
  • Private medical insurance
  • Increasing annual leave entitlement with service
  • Additional annual leave salary sacrifice scheme
  • Employee discount platform
  • Digital GP service
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Bike to Work scheme
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Additional company benefits available