Forklift Driver – Counterbalance
FORK LIFT TRUCK LICENCE ESSENTIAL
Hooton Street, Carlton, Nottingham, NG3 2NJ
GREAT PUBLIC TRANSPORT LINKS
Pay Rate : £ 12.99 per hour
Hours of Work: Start Time of 8.00 am with variable finish times.
Subject to shift end times which are variable, you will be provided 2 x 30 minutes unpaid breaks
Working Pattern: Saturday to Wednesday
About Barrowcliffe's
Barrowcliffe’s specialise in the preparation and distribution of fresh and/or cooked produce nationwide.
Owned by Kettle Produce Ltd, Barrowcliffe's is one of the UK’s longest running food processing companies and have successfully supplied the UK food sector with quality produce, consistent value and a commitment to service.
Barrowcliffes have two main sites, Hooton Street, Nottingham, and Bellwin Drive, Scunthorpe.
We pride ourselves on the ability to deliver freshly prepared and wholesale produce to the required specification to meet our customer’s needs nationwide.
About the Role
- Operating an electric counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently.
- Feeding the production lines with stock as required.
- Loading and unloading pallets of fresh produce.
- Ensuring stock is moved and stored in the correct areas.
- Carrying out daily equipment checks and reporting any issues.
- Supporting general warehouse and production tasks when required.
Your Experience
We are seeking a motivated and dependable individual who can demonstrate:
- Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence (essential).
- A minimum of 6 months experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or production environment.
- You must be a confident driver with the ability to manoeuvring in challenging areas both inside , outside and on the roads outside of the factories.
- Good level of physical fitness – role involves some manual handling.
About You
- Strong attention to detail and a safety-first approach.
- Reliable and hardworking attitude.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic English and good numeracy skills essential.
- Reliability and a proactive worth ethic.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
Benefits
Statutory Benefits,28 Days holiday (Pro-rata), Pension Scheme
Long Service Award Scheme (including additional holiday entitlements)
Comfortable Break Areas, with self service facilities (microwave, hot water and a fridge)
Complementary Tea and Coffee Facilities
Recruitment Referral Bonus Scheme
Staff Canteen
All PPE Equipment is provided
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.99 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Transport links
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Forklift Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
