Fork Lift Driver – Reach Truck & Counterbalance Licence Required

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Fork Lift Driver to join a busy warehouse in Reading. The role involves receiving, storing, and moving raw materials and finished products safely and efficiently, supporting both day and night shift patterns.

Key responsibilities

• Load and unload goods, ensuring accurate Goods In/Out processing.
• Check items for damage or shortages and update stock records.
• Maintain up‑to‑date paperwork and compliance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet dispatch targets.
• Perform key production tasks and safety checks as required.

Required profile

• Proven track record in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to follow health, safety and operational procedures.
• Strong numeracy skills and basic computer literacy.
• Reach Truck and Counterbalance forklift licences, with recent (last 6 months) driving experience.
• Minimum five years of forklift operation within a warehouse setting.

Required skills

• Reach Truck licence
• Counterbalance licence
• Forklift licence
• PC literacy

What we offer

• Hourly rate between £12.71 and £20.95.
• Full‑time temporary contract with potential for permanent placement.
• Rotating shift pattern (days and nights) Monday‑Wednesday, occasional Thursday.
• Weekly paid employment.