Warehouse Operative - Reach Truck Driver

Warehouse and Reach Truck Operative

Shift Pattern: Any 5 out of 7 days (subject to business requirements)

Hours: 09:30 – 18:00

Pay: £13.35 per hour, plus £15.38 per week skills payment

Overview:

Food Service Logistics is seeking experienced Warehouse Operatives – Reach Truck Driver with a valid Reach Truck license to join our busy, modern warehouse. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-performance environment. Please only apply for this position if you hold a valid D2 reach truck license at RTITB or ITSAR standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate in a multi-temperature warehouse environment (chill, ambient, and frozen).
• Primarily operate a reach truck, with cross-training for other warehouse tasks.
• Ensure reach trucks are used and maintained according to Health and Safety guidelines.
• Assist with picking and loading.
• Allocate and replenish pallets onto racks using a reach truck.

Criteria:

• Must hold a D2 reach truck license at RTITB or ITSAR standard. An internal assessment for both reach truck and PPT is required.
• Experience with racking up to 10.2m is essential.
• Familiarity with ambient racking systems that include sprinklers is preferred.
• Experience operating an FLT in freezer conditions (-25 degrees) is preferred. Frozen PPE will be provided, and time spent working in freezer will be limited.

Benefits:

• Competitive pension scheme that increases with service.
• Life Assurance Policy covering up to 4x basic salary.
• Additional £3 per hour for weekend and bank holiday shifts.
• Overtime shifts available.
• Retail discounts across the UK, up to 20%.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Employee assistance program.
• Internal training programs and development opportunities.