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Forklift Driver

Driver Hire Southampton
Posted 11 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Life Insurance

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  • Driver Hire Southampton is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver with a B3 Counterbalance or Telehandler licence for a 12-week temp to perm position.
  • The role involves safely moving large equipment, organizing it for hire, and maintaining a clean yard and workshop.
  • Candidates must have previous forklift experience, strong customer service skills, and reliable transport.
  • The position offers a salary of £12.50 per hour and requires at least one year of relevant experience.
  • Benefits include holiday allowance, life insurance, a company pension, and access to retail discounts.

Driver Hire Southampton is currently recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver with an accredited B3 Counterbalance licence or Telehandler licence.

As Forklift Truck Driver you will play an essential part in the smooth and efficient running of the Service Centre. It will be your responsibility to move the equipment safely to ensure that it is stored correctly and ready for customers to hire.

About this Forklift Position:

  • 12-week temp to perm position
  • Monday to Friday
  • Start times between 6:00am and 8:00am (8-10-hour day)
  • Operate forklift to safely move a variety of large equipment around the yard
  • Organise and prepare equipment for hire
  • Check and store hired equipment
  • Always maintain a clean and safe yard/ workshop
  • Liaise with customers during loading and unloading processes

What we require from you as a Forklift Operator:

  • Up to date accredited B3 Counterbalance Forklift licence or Telehandler licence
  • Reliable transport for commuting
  • Physically fit to handle the demands of the job
  • Previous forklift experience on the stated licence
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Understand and follow the company's health and safety procedures
  • Capable of working independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines

Benefits of joining our client:

  • Working for the largest equipment rental provider
  • Reward packages
  • Holiday allowance (opportunity to buy or sell annual leave)
  • Life insurance and company pension
  • Onsite parking
  • Employee recognition awards
  • Access to retail discounts
  • Training provided for successful candidate

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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.