Looking for a hands-on role with excellent benefits and genuine long-term career prospects? Join a respected local business and build your future. Previous experience not essential as training can be given if you have the right attitude.
Our client, a well-established and highly respected builders' merchant based in Bourton-on-the-Water, has an exciting opportunity for a Counterbalance Forklift Operator / Yard Assistant to join their small team on a full-time, permanent basis due to continued business growth.
The successful Counterbalance Forklift Operator / Yard Assistant should have:
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good communication and customer service skills
- A Counterbalance Forklift Licence (desirable but not essential. Evidence of existing licence will need to be shown if held already. Training can be given)
- Previous experience within a warehouse, yard, builders' merchant or construction environment would be advantageous
- Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures
In this role, the Counterbalance Forklift Operator / Yard Assistant will be responsible for:
- Loading and unloading customer and supplier vehicles safely and efficiently
- Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
- Picking and preparing customer orders for collection and delivery
- Assisting customers within the yard and providing excellent service
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
- Handling stock and building materials safely
- Supporting the wider team with general yard and warehouse duties
- Carrying out daily forklift safety and equipment checks before operation
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Alternate Saturdays: 7:30am to 11:30am
Benefits
- Workplace pension from day one
- Salary of £12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience
- Death in Service Insurance (3x annual salary)
- 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Christmas close down from Christmas Eve through to 2nd January
- Company social events throughout the year
- Fully funded annual Christmas party
- All PPE supplied
- Discretionary sick pay
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, including forklift training where required
- Long-term career prospects within a respected local business
Due to the location of the client, your own transport is essential.
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Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Yard Operative employer: RE Recruitment
Join a prestigious firm in the luxury goods industry, where your passion for customer service will be valued and nurtured. Located in the charming town of Pershore, this role offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, especially during the bustling Christmas season. With flexible working hours and the chance to engage with a diverse clientele, this temporary position is perfect for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
