At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate forklifts, manage stock, and make local deliveries in a dynamic warehouse environment.
- Company: Join a reputable company in Ashford with a focus on teamwork and reliability.
- Benefits: Enjoy 20 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and free parking.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Perfect for hands-on individuals who thrive in varied roles and enjoy physical work.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 16 £ per hour.
- Job title: Warehouse/Factory Operative (with full UK driving licence and counterbalance)
- Our client
Our client is looking for a reliable and hands‑on Warehouse Operative to support their warehouse and production operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, combining warehouse duties, forklift operation and local deliveries.
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Free parking
Key responsibilities
- Operating a Counterbalance Forklift to load, unload and move stock safely.
- Picking, packing and preparing materials for production.
- Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
- Moving stock from warehouse racking and transporting materials around site.
- Completing local deliveries and collections using a Luton van.
- Delivering work to local subcontractors and collecting completed work.
- Assisting with warehouse organisation and stock movements.
- Supporting general warehouse and production activities as required.
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety and housekeeping.
Experience and skills required
- A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
- A full, clean UK driving licence.
- Must be over 25 due to vehicle insurance.
- Experience working within a warehouse, manufacturing or logistics environment.
- Confident driving a Luton van for local deliveries.
- Good physical fitness and the ability to lift and move heavier items safely.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to support wherever needed.
- Reach Truck experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Next steps
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.
New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
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