Overview
Reference
434997 Salary
£12.58 - £12.58/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South West England -- Devon -- Newton Abbot Job Type
Contract Posted
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Forklift Operative
📍 Location: Newton Abbot
💷 Pay Rate: £12.58 per hour
🕒 Hours:
1. Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
2. Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm
📅 Contract Type: Temporary
📨 Reporting to: Production Control Manager
About the Role
We’re recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled Forklift Operative to support their busy production and dispatch operations. This is a hands-on role involving the safe movement of high-value equipment, stock handling, and supporting the wider production team.
You’ll be working in a fast-paced environment, operating a variety of forklifts and assisting with loading, unloading, and internal logistics.
Key Responsibilities
3. Operate counterbalance forklifts to move stock and equipment safely
4. Load and unload deliveries, including large and high-value items
5. Support stores and dispatch teams with picking, packing, and stock control
6. Maintain a clean and safe working environment
7. Occasionally support off-site deliveries and collections using company vehicles
What We’re Looking For
8. Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (with evidence of training from a regulated body)
9. Previous experience in a warehouse, production, or logistics environment
10. Comfortable handling large or high-value items
11. Good attention to detail and a strong safety mindset
12. Flexible and proactive approach to supporting the wider team
If you’re a confident forklift operator looking for a new challenge in a supportive and well-established business, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply