Reach and Counterbalance driver
Posted 16 hours 56 minutes ago by Pertemps Bristol Industrial
£13.25 Hourly
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS153
Job Description
Reach Truck / Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Warehouse Operative
Location: Patchway, Bristol, BS34
Pay Rate: £13.25 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Job Overview
We are currently recruiting an experienced and reliable Reach Truck / Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse operation in Patchway, Bristol (BS34). This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role offering a competitive hourly rate and stable working hours.
The successful candidate will be responsible for forklift operation as well as general warehouse duties, supporting daily operations in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Patchway, Bristol, BS34
Pay Rate: £13.25 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Job Overview
We are currently recruiting an experienced and reliable Reach Truck / Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse operation in Patchway, Bristol (BS34). This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role offering a competitive hourly rate and stable working hours.
The successful candidate will be responsible for forklift operation as well as general warehouse duties, supporting daily operations in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating Reach Truck and Counterbalance forklifts safely and efficiently
- Loading and unloading goods from lorries and internal storage areas
- Moving, stacking, and replenishing stock within the warehouse
- Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch
- Using hand held scanners and warehouse computer systems (WMS)
- Conducting basic forklift checks and reporting any faults
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
- Adhering strictly to all health and safety procedures
- Valid Reach Truck and Counterbalance forklift licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, NPORS, or equivalent)
- Previous experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment
- Confident using scanners and basic computer systems
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
- Strong time management and reliability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- £13.25 per hour
- Monday to Friday working hours (08:00 - 17:00)
- Ongoing, full-time work
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Convenient Patchway location with good transport links