Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver

Posted on April 19th, 2024 by Staffline

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£13.20 - £26.40 per hour

Type of Job: Permanent

BMW Hams Hall is seeking an experienced and motivated Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment with one of the world's leading automotive manufacturers.

Location: Hams Hall - Coleshill

This is a permanent position with guaranteed minimum 36 hours a week

Rate of pay is £13.20 to £26.40 per hour

This is a full-time role working rotating shifts, the hours of work are:
- 6am to 1:30pm
- 1:30pm to 9pm
- 9pm to 6am
- 6am to 4pm

Weekend Nights:
- 6pm to 6am - Friday - Sunday

Please note, the list of shift patterns is not exhaustive.

Your Time at Work
Key Responsibilities:

- Operate a forklift truck in a safe and efficient manner to move raw materials, finished goods, and other products within the facility
- Load and unload materials from vehicles and place them in designated storage areas
- Conduct daily safety inspections of the forklift truck and report any malfunctions or safety issues to the supervisor
- Maintain accurate records of materials moved and report any discrepancies to the supervisor
- Follow all health and safety regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment and following safe lifting practices
- Maintain a clean and organised work area
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor

Our Perfect Worker
Our Perfect Candidate will have:

- Forklift Truck license that has been issued or refreshed within the last 3 years and accredited by either RTITB or ITSSAR
- Experience operating a forklift in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment of at least 6 months
- Ability to lift and move heavy materials
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Flexibility to work a rotating schedule, including mornings, afternoons and nights, as required

We are committed to promoting a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees.

If you are an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver and meet the qualifications listed above, apply now!

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Key Information and Benefits
Benefits:
- Earn £13.20-£26.40 per hour
- Rotating shift pattern Monday - Friday or set shifts across Weekend Nights
- Fixed term contract
- Full training provided
- Opportunities for overtime (time and a half and double time)
- OnSite support from Staffline
- Canteen on site
- Free car parking on site
- PPE provided - to order

Job Ref: 1BMWH

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