Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative Salary: Up to £28,000 + overtime Hours: 7:30am – 4:00pm (40 hours per week) Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays

Our client is looking for a Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative to join their busy operations team. This role involves supporting daily yard activities, preparing equipment for dispatch, and loading/unloading vehicles using a forklift.

Manual handling and heavy lifting will be required.

Key Duties:

Attend daily toolbox talks at 7:30am

Maintain a clean and safe yard environment

Pick equipment using load lists

Load and unload vehicles using counterbalance forklifts and telehandlers

Secure loads on trailers using ratchet straps in line with regulations

Assist with stock control and ensure equipment is ready for dispatch

Carry out equipment checks and basic maintenance

Support annual stock audits

Complete load lists and yard paperwork accurately

Requirements:

Valid Forklift licence (essential)

Experience working in a yard, warehouse or operations environment

Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting

Good attention to detail

Ability to work safely and follow procedures

Overtime Rates:

Mon–Fri after 8 hours: 1.5x hourly rate

Saturday: 1.5x hourly rate

Sunday: 1.5x hourly rate

Bank Holidays: Double pay

This is a great opportunity to join a growing team with regular overtime available during busy periods...