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The Vacancy
We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time permanent
The Vacancy
We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time permanent Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver in our busy depot based in East Midlands Gateway. We have a choice of shifts available for our Terminal Division – Days (Monday – Friday with a choice of Early, Late and Night Shifts). If you have previous experience in Reach stacker driving or a valid Forklift truck licence with at least 2 years’ experience then this could be the opportunity for you.
Why work for Maritime Transport?
* Guaranteed paid weekly hours..
* Average earnings holiday pay for all holiday days not just statutory minimum.
* Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions.
* Life assurance cover x3 from day 1 and up to age 66
* Full uniform and PPE provided.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing financial and legal guidance.
* Stable and successful business, in 23 years 23 pay rises.
* Full training given on Reach stacker
* You’ll be working for one of the market leading companies
Duties & Responsibilities
* Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
* Stacking containers in allocated areas.
* Ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery and a reasonable knowledge of how the machine works.
We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:
* A flexible approach and can undertake a variety of production duties
* High level of focus under pressure to deliver an accurate and punctual service to our customers and colleagues
* Reach Stacker driving experience or a valid Forklift truck certificate – 2 years experience minimum
* The ability to operate empty container handlers – Desirable not essential
* Have your own transport
* The flexibility to be able to work night shifts – Essential
The Company
Founded in 2001 by Executive Chairman, John Williams, Maritime Transport has evolved from small beginnings into a leading logistics company with a turnover exceeding £400m.
To date, the company employs 3,000 personnel across 40+ sites including a network of strategic rail freight terminals, with a cutting-edge fleet of 1,300 Euro-6 trucks and over 50 container handlers servicing a number of trains, daily. Maritime has a proven track record as an intermodal operator, developing and delivering low carbon, container logistics solutions for first and final miles, and pioneering the modal shift of UK domestic distribution from road to rail.
In 2024, the company was acquired by Swiss-based global logistics and supply chain provider, MEDLOG S.A., supporting Maritime’s growth strategy and strengthening its market position as the UK’s leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics.
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