Forklift Drivers & Warehouse Operatives

Forklift Drivers & Warehouse Operatives

Salary £25,750 plus Overtime paid as time and a half. (salary to be reviewed April 2026)

Company Profit Share Scheme

Full time / permanent

Day and Night positions available (Night position includes allowance)

Based – Coventry, West Midlands

Join one of the UK’s largest independent metal stockholders

Established in 1981, Richard Austin Alloys Ltd has grown into one of the UK’s largest independent metal stockholders. With a strong reputation for next‑day delivery of Aluminium and Stainless Steel, our success is built on exceptional customer service and a commitment to quality. As our warehouse operation continues to expand, we are now recruiting additional forklift drivers to support our ever‑growing West Midlands site.

The Role

Working within a busy warehouse environment, you will play a key part in the safe and efficient picking and packaging of metal products for customers across the country. Responsibilities include:

Accurate picking with strong attention to detailAdhering to safe working practices at all timesManual handling of aluminium and stainless steel (physical role)Completing daily forklift safety checks and maintaining the truck in good conditionSupporting general warehouse duties as requiredCarrying out any reasonable tasks assigned by supervisors or managersContributing to smooth warehouse workflow and safe forklift operation

The Person

We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can work well both independently and as part of a team. Requirements include:

1–2 years’ experience driving a counterbalance forklift (gas)Up‑to‑date, accredited forklift licenceComfortable with physical workGood timekeeping and ability to work unsupervisedStrong communication skills and a positive, flexible attitudePrevious experience is essential, ideally within a warehouse or similar environment

Hours & Pay

Permanent, full‑time positions available:

40.5 HOURSShifts starting at 10:00AM – 19:30PM ( 1 HOUR LUNCH BREAK)Overtime paid at time and a half25 days holiday plus all bank holidaysDay Shift: £25,750 ( SUBJECT TO CHANGE 1ST APRIL 2026)

Benefits

Job securityQuarterly bonuses when company targets are achievedGenerous company pension scheme (after qualifying period)Uniform providedCycle‑to‑work schemeOn‑site parkingOvertime available

Interested?  Please send your cv by return.

 

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