Market 36 are recruiting for a Forklift Truck Driver / Warehouse Assistant to join a busy and dynamic team based in Earls Colne. This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work required depending on business needs. Where possible, a weekday off in lieu is provided when Saturday work is required, and overtime will be paid. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual who holds a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and ideally has additional Reach/Flexi/Bendi truck experience, although this is not essential. The successful candidate must be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and should be willing to undertake a variety of warehouse duties alongside forklift operation. Job Title: Forklift Truck Driver / Warehouse Assistant Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30 (Saturdays required on a rota basis depending on business needs) Salary: £26,000 – £27,000 per annum Key Responsibilities: * Safely operate forklifts in a busy warehouse and yard environment * Daily checks of forklift equipment and reporting any faults * Unloading deliveries and safely relocating goods within the warehouse * Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch * Stock replenishment and inventory checks * Stacking goods onto pallets and racking with care and accuracy * Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment * Liaise with warehouse team members and fulfilment managers * General warehouse duties including housekeeping, stock checks, and assisting colleagues Person Specification: Essential: * Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence * Proven experience operating forklifts * Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions * Comfortable working independently and as part of a team * Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling duties * Good organisational and time management skills Desirable: * Additional licences such as Flexi, Reach, Bendi, or Pivot * Previous warehouse experience including stock management and order fulfilment * Awareness of warehouse health and safety procedures * Computer literate This role offers a great opportunity to work within a supportive and professional team in a varied and active warehouse environment. If you are looking for a hands-on role with responsibility and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you