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Forklift driver

Peterborough Full-Time No home office possible

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Job Description

Launch Your Career with Perkins / Caterpillar – Powered by Randstad

We are pleased to advise we can now accept internal licence certifications! Be part of something big at one of the UK's top manufacturing sites. Perkins Engines and Randstad offer you the chance to grow, up-skill, and thrive in a safe and supportive workplace.

Pay, Incentives & Shift Patterns

– £12.36/hour + excellent shift premiums– Overtime: Sat x1.5 | Sun x2– 25 days holiday + bank holidays– Bonus scheme + PPE provided– Canteen, café & vending facilities– Permanent roles reviewed quarterly

Shift Patterns example:

Days & Afternoons (Fortnightly Rotation):Days: Mon-Thu 6am-2:45pm, Fri 6am-12pmAfternoons: Mon-Wed 2:45pm-1:30am, Thu 2:45pm-11:30pmExcellent shift premium included

3-Shift Rotation (Weekly Rotation):Mornings: 6am-2pm | Afternoons: 2pm-10pm | Nights: 10pm-6amExcellent shift premium included

Primary Activities & Expectations:

– Operate B1 Counterbalance trucks- Transport, pack & scan engine parts- Follow standard operating procedures – Manual handling (aided) where needed- Work safely with attention to detail- Basic PC skills and scanner use- Maintain accuracy & support warehouse flow

Certifications – Do you have an internal or external licence that is the accredited by any of the below ABA-recognised bodies?

NPORS
RTITB
AITT
ITSSAR

Primary: B1 – Counterbalance Forklift Truck

Desirable (additional MHE certifications):- A5 – Pedestrian and Rider Pallet Stacker Truck- F1 – VNA Operator (Very Narrow Aisle Truck)- P1 – Pivot Steer (Flexi Truck)- A2 – LLOP (Low-Level Order Picker)- H1 – Tow Tractors & Trailers

For the right candidates, we offer training and upskilling on additional MHE equipment.

This is more than just a job – it's your pathway to career development, safety excellence, and long-term opportunity. Join a team that values your contribution and invests in your growth.

Step into a world-class manufacturing environment where safety, opportunity, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Be part of an industry leader where your work matters – and your future begins. Don't delay, apply today with randstad.

Forklift driver employer: Randstad RIS

Perkins Engines is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at its manufacturing campus in Peterborough. With a strong focus on health and safety, comprehensive training programmes, and ample opportunities for career advancement, employees can thrive both personally and professionally. The company also provides attractive benefits such as competitive pay rates, performance bonuses, and generous holiday allowances, making it a rewarding place to build a fulfilling career.