FORKLIFT DRIVER / WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE, Gillingham

Job Reference: HRGO/7802H

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain – Gillingham, Kent
£13.50 - £15 per hour – Temporary

Job title: Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative

We are recruiting an experienced Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a busy warehouse team. This is a hands‑on role for someone with a valid counterbalance licence who takes pride in safe, accurate and efficient work.

• Operate counterbalance forklift to load, unload and move goods safely
• Receive, check and stow incoming deliveries
• Picking, packing and preparing orders for dispatch
• Carry out stock rotations and basic inventory checks
• Maintain accurate records using handheld scanners / warehouse systems
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised and comply with health & safety procedures
• Assist with ad‑hoc warehouse tasks as required

• Valid counterbalance forklift licence (essential)
• Previous warehouse or logistics experience preferred
• Good attention to detail and basic numeracy
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Physically fit and able to manually handle loads (typically up to 25kg)
• Reliable, punctual and flexible with working hours

• Full‑time role; day shift with some flexibility required (occasional overtime possible)
• Competitive hourly rate paid weekly
• Temporary‑to‑permanent opportunities available for the right candidate
• Training and PPE provided; pension and other standard benefits

Please submit your CV outlining your counterbalance licence and relevant experience. Successful applicants will be contacted for interview and immediate starts are available for the right candidate.

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• Call: 01233 722 401