Reach Truck Forklift Driver
08677
Posted: 16/09/2024
- Enquire
- Heathrow
- Temp To Perm
Job Title: Reach Truck Driver
Location: Feltham
Department: Freight Forwarding/Warehouse Operations
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor/Operations Manager
Job Summary:
First Choice Staff are recruiting on behalf of a leading freight forwarding and logistics company, who are looking for skilled Reach Truck Drivers to join the warehouse team on a Temp-to-Perm basis.
The successful candidates will be responsible for efficiently operating a reach truck to handle the movement, storage, and retrieval of freight within our facility. You will play a critical role in ensuring that goods are properly managed and that warehouse operations are conducted in a safe and timely manner.
Salary: 12.50ph
Shift: Monday-Friday, 08.00 - 16.30
Key Responsibilities:
· Reach Truck Operation: Operate reach trucks to move freight around the warehouse, ensuring goods are stored correctly and safely. This includes transporting goods to and from staging areas, loading docks, and storage locations.
· Freight Handling: Safely load and unload freight from trucks or containers, ensuring that all goods are handled with care to prevent damage.
· Inventory Control: Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by properly placing and scanning goods into the warehouse management system (WMS). Participate in regular stock counts and audits.
· Order Fulfillment: Pick and prepare orders for shipment according to customer specifications and company standards. Ensure that all orders are accurate and ready for dispatch on time.
· Safety Compliance: Follow all company safety protocols and warehouse procedures, including conducting pre-operation checks on the reach truck and reporting any maintenance needs or safety concerns to the supervisor.
· Warehouse Maintenance: Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of hazards. Assist with the organization of goods to maximize space and improve efficiency.
· Documentation: Accurately document all goods moved, received, or dispatched using handheld devices or warehouse management systems.
· Collaboration: Work closely with other warehouse staff, freight handlers, and logistics coordinators to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Requirements:
· Minimum 2 years of experience as a reach truck operator, preferably in a freight forwarding or logistics environment.
· Valid Reach truck certification is required.
· Aviation Security trained - level Cargo Operative
· Checkable 5-year history and a clean DBS.
· Knowledge of freight handling and international shipping procedures.
· Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory tracking.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.
IND1
Location: Feltham
Department: Freight Forwarding/Warehouse Operations
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor/Operations Manager
Job Summary:
First Choice Staff are recruiting on behalf of a leading freight forwarding and logistics company, who are looking for skilled Reach Truck Drivers to join the warehouse team on a Temp-to-Perm basis.
The successful candidates will be responsible for efficiently operating a reach truck to handle the movement, storage, and retrieval of freight within our facility. You will play a critical role in ensuring that goods are properly managed and that warehouse operations are conducted in a safe and timely manner.
Salary: 12.50ph
Shift: Monday-Friday, 08.00 - 16.30
Key Responsibilities:
· Reach Truck Operation: Operate reach trucks to move freight around the warehouse, ensuring goods are stored correctly and safely. This includes transporting goods to and from staging areas, loading docks, and storage locations.
· Freight Handling: Safely load and unload freight from trucks or containers, ensuring that all goods are handled with care to prevent damage.
· Inventory Control: Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by properly placing and scanning goods into the warehouse management system (WMS). Participate in regular stock counts and audits.
· Order Fulfillment: Pick and prepare orders for shipment according to customer specifications and company standards. Ensure that all orders are accurate and ready for dispatch on time.
· Safety Compliance: Follow all company safety protocols and warehouse procedures, including conducting pre-operation checks on the reach truck and reporting any maintenance needs or safety concerns to the supervisor.
· Warehouse Maintenance: Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of hazards. Assist with the organization of goods to maximize space and improve efficiency.
· Documentation: Accurately document all goods moved, received, or dispatched using handheld devices or warehouse management systems.
· Collaboration: Work closely with other warehouse staff, freight handlers, and logistics coordinators to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Requirements:
· Minimum 2 years of experience as a reach truck operator, preferably in a freight forwarding or logistics environment.
· Valid Reach truck certification is required.
· Aviation Security trained - level Cargo Operative
· Checkable 5-year history and a clean DBS.
· Knowledge of freight handling and international shipping procedures.
· Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory tracking.
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.
IND1
Ed Harte
Warehouse Development & Forklift Manager - Heathrow