Forklift Driver (Pivot Steer / Reach Truck)
Paddock Wood, Kent
£32,000pa
5 shifts per week
KHR is working with a Warehouse based in Paddock Wood who is looking to hire a Forklift Driver on a temporary-to-permanent basis.
Responsibilities of the Forklift Driver will include:
- Operating Bendi / Flexi / Pivot Steer FLT
- Heavy Lifting when required
- Handling inbound goods, outbound orders
- Maintaining accurate inventory and stock-level records
- Ensuring that all health and safety procedures are followed
Candidate Profile
- Must hold a valid external Reach Truck licence
- Prior experience working in a busy warehouse
- Have an adequate understanding of the English language for H&S
- Own and wear a pair of safety boots and a Hi-vis jacket
Operatives can be scheduled in 5 days across 7. Saturday & Sunday are treated as a normal day.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
Join a recognised industry leader as a FLT Driver with DAYS ONLY, 10:30am to 7pm Monday to Friday. We are looking for a proactive FLT Driver, who is a team player, to maintain high-quality standards and support continuous improvement. In return, we offer excellent training, development opportunities and genuine progression routes within a supportive, team-focused environment.What’s in it for you as a FLT Driver?
Competitive salary of approx. £32,000 (£)14.54ph
Overtime available at premium rates of 1.5 and 2x after 48 hours
31 days holiday (pro rata)
Temporary to Permanent
10:30am to 7pm Shift Pattern – DAYS ONLY!! ***NO NIGHTS!!***
Peterborough location is easily accessible from Stamford, Huntingdon, March, Spalding, Bourne, Wisbech, Grantham, Oundle, Ely, Northampton, Bedford, Corby, Kettering
Requirements for the FLT Driver: • Fork Lift Truck licence • Operating an automated production line to manufacture products to strict QA standards • Monitoring machinery performance and reporting faults or concerns • Carrying out manufacturing adjustments and working in line with 5S principles • Quality testing of selected product batches and escalating issues when necessary • Working with SCADA and PLC-controlled machinery in a modern, advanced facilityMain Responsibilities of the FLT Driver: • Operating Fork Lift Truck (FLT Driver) • Producing high-quality products through operation of production machinery • Manual packing and movement of heavy products • Maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping and environmental compliance (5S) • Operating a variety of machines as part of a multi-skilled production team • Full UK driving licence required due to site locationI look forward to receiving your FLT Driver CV, thank you Fiona McSheffrey....Read more...
Join a recognised industry leader as a FLT Driver with DAYS ONLY, 10:30am to 7pm Monday to Friday. We are looking for a proactive FLT Driver, who is a team player, to maintain high-quality standards and support continuous improvement. In return, we offer excellent training, development opportunities and genuine progression routes within a supportive, team-focused environment.What’s in it for you as a FLT Driver?
Competitive salary of approx. £32,000 (£)14.54ph
Overtime available at premium rates of 1.5 and 2x after 48 hours
31 days holiday (pro rata)
Temporary to Permanent
10:30am to 7pm Shift Pattern – DAYS ONLY!! ***NO NIGHTS!!***
Peterborough location is easily accessible from Stamford, Huntingdon, March, Spalding, Bourne, Wisbech, Grantham, Oundle, Ely, Northampton, Bedford, Corby, Kettering
Requirements for the FLT Driver: • Fork Lift Truck licence • Operating an automated production line to manufacture products to strict QA standards • Monitoring machinery performance and reporting faults or concerns • Carrying out manufacturing adjustments and working in line with 5S principles • Quality testing of selected product batches and escalating issues when necessary • Working with SCADA and PLC-controlled machinery in a modern, advanced facilityMain Responsibilities of the FLT Driver: • Operating Fork Lift Truck (FLT Driver) • Producing high-quality products through operation of production machinery • Manual packing and movement of heavy products • Maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping and environmental compliance (5S) • Operating a variety of machines as part of a multi-skilled production team • Full UK driving licence required due to site locationI look forward to receiving your FLT Driver CV, thank you Fiona McSheffrey....Read more...
Job Title: FLT Reach Truck Driver (NIGHTSHIFT or ROTATING or DAYSHIFT) Location: Ossett WF5NIGHTS WORKING- sun-wed -6pm-6am -£14.00 Per hourORROTATING WORKING- Mon & Tues 6am-6pm / Thur & Fri 6pm-6am - £14.80 Per HourStep into a role where your skills truly matter. Aqumen Recruitment is proud to partner with a prestigious food production company in Wakefield (Ossett), now seeking a committed Reach Truck Driver to join their thriving nightshift team.This is a temp-to-permanent opportunity, offering long-term stability, career progression, and the chance to become part of a highly respected operation at the heart of the food industry.Why You’ll Love This RoleImagine starting each shift knowing your work keeps production moving, supports a world-class team, and plays a crucial part in a fast-paced, high-quality environment. Your expertise will be valued every single night.What We’re Looking For
A valid Reach Truck LicenceExperience in a busy warehouse or production setting (preferred)Strong attention to detail and commitment to safetyReliability, initiative, and a positive attitudeAbility to complete off-truck duties, including manual handling up to 25kg
What You’ll Be Part OfJoin a team dedicated to excellence and innovation. Working in the mixing department, you’ll play a key part in ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient processes throughout the night.This is more than a job — it's your chance to grow, contribute, and build a future with an employer who values its people.Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
Class 2 HGV Driver - Multi Drop DriverJob Type: Full Time, PermanentLocation: Purfleet, EssexSalary: £39,000 to £42,000 per year plus overtime at £18.00 p/h after 11 hours per dayAs part of your employment, we will pay for and train you in gaining your ADR in packages certification.The work is consistent i.e. it is a full time, permanent job with weekly pay and your own allocated truck.The trucks available are automatic Volvos or DAFs. Each of which is valeted prior to a new driver going into the vehicle.Benefits:
Pay is weekly.20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays per year.A pension plan is optional with your employment.Training is provided where necessary.
About the role:
This HGV Driver role involves working directly for our customer, on contract.Our customer will be your point of contact for all operational work; however, we will be your point of contact should you have any issues with the truck or what the customer is asking of you!We are looking for experienced multi drop drivers ONLY.These HGV roles are independent and are ideal for driver’s that like to think for themselves.London driving will be a part of this job.
Required for the job:
You must ensure that you secure all pallets, and your tachograph and vehicle checks are legal each and every day. This logistics role is based on 11-hour days with 5/6am starts, Mon-Fri with no nights out.Some days you may work 9-10 hours, obviously this is to your benefit, however if you work over 11 hours you get paid overtime.If you come back to the depot after completing your run and the customer asks you to do something further within your 11 hours, you will be expected to carry out this work - this isn't regular but worth mentioning.Communication is key for this role, preparation of routing and load positioning is essential to achieving the workload with minimal disruption.
This HGV Driver role involves palletised transport work, doing multiple deliveries or collections per day to commercial premises across Essex, Kent, London and other areas in the Southeast. Of a morning you would be expected to put your card in, do your walk round checks, go to the office to get your consignments for the day, then head down to your allocated bay in the warehouse, check your load against the consignment notes, secure the load as necessary and then commence driving!....Read more...
HGV C+E Container DriverJob Type: Full Time, PermanentLocation: Southend-On-Sea, EssexSalary: £845 per week - Monday-FridayWe are looking for container drivers to work out of Felixstowe, Tilbury, and London Gateway Ports. We can base you in transport depots in Southend-On-Sea or Tilbury. We are looking for drivers that can night out in the vehicle Monday to Friday.This is a permanent position working for a transport company, not an agency.The trucks available are modern XL cab trucks (Volvo or DAF) that are equipped with fridges. Each of which is valeted prior to a new driver going into the vehicle.Benefits:
Pay is weekly.You receive your own truck.You will need to park in the services when loaded. This is paid for by us, we have a SNAP account.We have modern XL cab trucks (Volvo or DAF) that are equipped with fridges.Our own workshops are there to help deal with any defects you may have, but all of our trucks are kept to a high standard -- just check out our website or facebook page and see for yourself.We valet our trucks before any new driver works in them.This is a permanent position in a friendly, family run business that has ex-drivers in the office managing the operation.20 days holiday plus bank holidays per year.A pension plan is optional with your employment.
About the role:
You will be employed and paid by Unitruc Ltd. We will be your point of contact for all operational work and if you have any issues with the truck or what the customer is asking of you.Travelling all over the UK, keeping on top of customers' requirements, communicating clearly and in appropriate time, managing your driver's hours and complying with the laws set out by the DVSA.
Required for the job:
Start times for the week will be issued the week prior, outlining where you need to be and at what time.You will drive to one of our Essex depots Monday morning (dependant on where you are based), park your car securely and begin your weeks work, ensuring you call the customer upon arrival to your first drop/collection (all numbers and other relevant info. will be issued to you on employment).Your jobs will continue to be allocated to you throughout the week, communication with us is essential -- any delays, issues or relevant information needs to be passed on.You will be travelling to and from Felixstowe, Tilbury or London Gateway ports delivering and collecting containers whilst sleeping out in the week or returning to your depot if agreed with your manager.....Read more...
FLT Driver – Counterbalance and/or Bendi Location: Mirfield, West Yorkshire Pay Rate: • Rotating shifts: £12.97 – £13.84 per hour (Higher pay rate if have Bendi licence) • Nights: £14.28 – £15.23 per hour (Higher pay rate if have Bendi licence)Shifts: • Monday – Friday rotating shifts: 06:15–14:15 / 14:15–22:15 • Night shift: Monday – Friday, 22:15–06:15We’re recruiting an experienced FLT Driver for a leading manufacturing business based in Mirfield.The Role: • Operating a Bendi / Flexi FLT to move stock safely within the warehouse • Safely operating an FLT Counterbalance truck • Supporting general warehouse duties when required • Adhering to all Health & Safety guidelines at all timesRequirements: • Valid, in-date FLT Counterbalance licence (essential) • Bendi / Flexi / Pivot licence preferred • Candidates with Counterbalance only must be willing to learn and be trained on Bendi • Previous warehouse experience • Good communication and teamwork skills • Reliable and hardworking attitudeWhat’s on Offer: • Optional overtime available • Long-term opportunities with a well-established employerApply now to join a friendly team and secure a great opportunity!Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
*Role to start Monday 5th January!*We are currently recruiting for an experienced FLT Driver (Counterbalance B2 ) to join a leading manufacturing business based in East Hull (HU9).Our client is part of a globally recognised group, specialising in the production of high-quality building materials used in commercial buildings, data centres, and infrastructure projects. Their Hull site is a key UK manufacturing hub focused on sustainability and innovation, with a modern, fast-paced environment and strong health & safety culture.You’ll be joining a professional and forward-thinking team committed to operational excellence, sustainability goals, and continuous improvement.working
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm , must also be able to work 6am - 2pm or 2pm - 10pm paid at higher rate.paid for 36.5 hours at £13.94 for Dayshift & £15.89 for 6/2/2/10 Rotating Shifts. per hour, then 39 hours after 12 weeks
Key responsibilities:
Operating Counterbalance FLTs (B2 licences required)Loading and unloading lorries and trailersMoving goods and materials safely around siteUsing handheld scanners and warehouse databases to track stock and maintain accurate inventory recordsSupplying raw materials to the production lines and removing finished productsEnsuring work areas remain tidy and compliant with safety standardsFollowing clear operational procedures and reporting to line supervisors
Requirements:
Valid in-date FLT licences (B2 Counterbalance)Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environmentExperience using hand scanners and stock databases/WMS systemsAbility to safely load/unload large vehiclesA proactive, reliable, and safety-focused work ethicGood communication and teamworking skills
please note a b2 license is a forklift truck with a lifting capacity over 5,000kg and up to 15,000kg.Aqumen recruitment is acting employment business regarding this vacancy.....Read more...
