Permanent Warehouse Forklift driver
Bedford Based
Full-time | Shift-Based 4 on 4 off days 6am-6pm
Salary: £29069 plus shift premium £1939
About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver to join our busy warehouse team. This is a hands-on role focused on supporting warehouse operations efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service, high safety standards, and accurate stock control.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring goods are received, stored, picked, and dispatched correctly while maintaining a safe and organised working environment.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure all stock is picked, stacked, maintained, and secured to company and client standards.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse.
Support safe warehouse operations by adhering to all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
Accurately complete tasks within required timeframes.
Work collaboratively with warehouse, stock control, and management teams.
Unload incoming stock within agreed turnaround times and complete quality checks.
Record BBE details accurately and complete stock put-away procedures using RDT equipment where applicable.
Ensure safe manual handling practices are followed at all times.
Operate MHE equipment safely and only within authorised training levels.
Maintain clean and organised marshalling and storage areas.
Ensure goods are received and dispatched in good condition and orders are picked accurately.
Complete all required paperwork and pallet accountability procedures.
Attend operational meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Report damage, breakages, unsafe conditions, or dangerous occurrences promptly.
Carry out daily safety checks on warehouse equipment and record information accurately.
Wear and use all required protective equipment.
Support a flexible working approach, including shift patterns and additional reasonable duties as required.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence from a recognised training provider
GCSE level education or equivalent
Good written and spoken English
Skills & Experience
Experience working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS/Locate IT preferred)
Experience using RDT scanners and barcode systems
Strong manual handling awareness
Computer literate, including Microsoft Office
Good communication and teamwork skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Organised and able to work to deadlines
Flexible, trustworthy, and approachable attitude
Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach
Career progression opportunities
Safe and modern working environment
Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!
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