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Warehouse Forklift Driver

Reed
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

London, Greater London E6 6ZB, England

Salary

£32,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Warehouse/Forklift Operative
  • Annual Salary: £32,500
  • Location: Beckton, London
  • Job Type: Full-time, working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7am to 4pm, 8am to 5pm or 9am to 6pm

We are seeking a Warehouse/Forklift Operative to join our team at a newly opened site. This role is ideal for someone who is physically fit, organised, and proficient in using a computerised system for managing stock. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling various tasks including manual handling, using a forklift, and maintaining the warehouse.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Delivering orders to London based customers using the company transit van (due to insurance, applicants must be aged 25 or over and have no more than 3 points on driving licence)
  • Moving Materials: Using a forklift to transport goods and pallets around the warehouse.
  • Loading and Unloading: Picking, packing, checking, and loading products onto and off trailers and into designated areas.
  • Stacking: Stacking loads in the correct storage bays.
  • Following Instructions: Adhering to written instructions and health and safety regulations.
  • Keeping Records: Maintaining accurate procurement records and reporting any issues.
  • Communicating: Effectively communicating with team members.
  • Keeping Clean: Ensuring the warehouse surroundings are kept clean and tidy.
  • Organising: Setting up systems such as spreadsheets to keep track of stock locations within the warehouse.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Aged 25 years or older with a full driving licence to drive a transit van, maximum 3 points on licence
  • Experience in a similar role, with proficiency in using a forklift.
  • Physically fit and capable of manual handling.
  • Proficient in using computerised systems for checking orders and managing deliveries.
  • Confident in booking in and out stock and following the required processes.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively, especially during periods with varying workload.
  • Good communication skills.
Benefits:
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • After 6 months, eligibility to enter the company healthcare scheme.
  • Enrolment in the Government pension scheme.
  • On-site parking available.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.