Forklift driver/Warehouse operative

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver Temp to Perm
Location: Fareham
Salary: £30,000 – £31,000
Hours: 07:30 – 16:30
Type: 12 week Temp to Perm

We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver to join a busy and growing business in Fareham. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. Approximately 30-40% of your time will be spent operating a forklift, with the remainder involving general warehouse duties, stock handling, and supporting the wider team.

Requirements:

• Valid Reach Truck or Counterbalance Forklift licence
• Multi-directional forklift experience (Combilift/Hubtex) would be highly advantageous
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred due to the varied nature of the role
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties
• Team player with a positive and proactive attitude

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating Reach, Counterbalance, and multi-directional forklifts where required
• Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently
• Picking, packing, and moving stock throughout the warehouse
• Handling long and awkward materials, including plastics, timber, and steel
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety
• Supporting the warehouse team to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time

Skills & Experience:

• Experience working within a busy warehouse environment
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Reliable, hardworking, and flexible approach to work
• Comfortable handling large, long, and heavy products

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to secure a permanent position with a well-established company following a successful temporary period.