The Best Connection Reading is currently recruiting a Counterbalance FLT Driver to join a reputable and well-established waste management company based in Reading.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a Forklift Driver, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the yard, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Pay & Working Hours
* Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour
* Working Days: Monday to Friday
* Hours: 7am to 3.30pm
* Breaks: 30 minute unpaid lunch break
This role offers consistent weekday hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance with no weekend work required.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Working alongside the Supervisor to ensure the operation runs smoothly
* Assisting the yard team with material break downs
* Forklift maintenance
* Ensuring the yard is kept clean and tidy
* Manage equipment is being weighed when loading/unloading vehicles
* Ensuring materials are prepped and ready for drivers to load the vehicles
* Keeping paperwork up to date, including everything is documented and passed to the office staff
Candidate Requirements
* We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate will:
* Be comfortable working outdoors
* Hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
* Have a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail
* Be dependable, punctual, and committed to their role
* Enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
* Have a proactive, can-do attitude and be willing to learn
Why Join This Role?
* Ongoing training and development to support your growth
* Friendly, supportive, and experienced team environment
* A stable role within a well-established and respected company
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.