At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate forklifts safely, load/unload deliveries, and maintain warehouse organisation.
- Company: Join Boughey Distribution, a leader in food storage and transport with a 60-year heritage.
- Benefits: Earn £13.18 per hour, enjoy overtime pay, and access discounts on shopping and travel.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values safety, efficiency, and community impact.
- Qualifications: Valid forklift licence and previous warehouse experience required.
The predicted salary is between 13.18 - 13.18 £ per hour.
We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Forklift Driver to join our busy Value Added Services team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods within the warehouse, maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, and productivity.
Weekly Pay: £13.18 per hour
Enhance Overtime: 1.5x hourly rate
Shifts: 4 on 4 off, 6am to 6pm
Holidays: 23.5 days per year
Progression Opportunities:
- Medicash: Cashback on routine medical expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy and more!
- Shopping Discounts: Save with discounts at major retailers like Sainsburys, Morrisons, Currys, Debenhams and more!
- Travel Savings: Discounts on flights, hotels, and airport parking.
- Enhanced Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
- The Usual: Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and financial support, Free Refreshments, Free Secure On-Site Parking!
Day to Day:
- Operating Counterbalance and Reach forklift trucks safely and efficiently
- Loading and unloading deliveries from vehicles
- Moving goods to and from storage areas within the warehouse
- Carrying out stock checks and maintaining accurate records
- Ensuring all health & safety procedures are strictly followed
- Keeping the warehouse clean, organised, and hazard-free
What will you bring?
- Valid and in-date forklift licence
- Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
- Good understanding of health & safety practices
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with warehouse management systems would be advantageous
- Manual handling training
Who are Boughey?
NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. What makes Boughey Distribution different? We store and transport food in a way that is best for our customers, people, communities and the planet! Boasting a 60-year heritage we are committed to on-going investment in our facilities, vehicles, systems and our people. We have more than 1.5 million square feet of warehouse space alongside 160 trucks & 365 trailers, and we want you to be a part of it!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Locations
Forklift Truck Operator Night Shift in Acton, Suffolk employer: Boughey Logistics
Boughey Distribution is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary of £20 per hour and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being with benefits like enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and a comprehensive employee assistance programme. Located in Lymedale, our commitment to growth means clear progression pathways and funded training opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive and develop their career while contributing to our mission of sustainable food transport.
