£12.50/hr
England, United Kingdom
Temporary, Variable

Forklift Operative

Posted by Right Now Recruitment.

Right Now Group are proud to be partnering with a forward-thinking, globally minded freight forwarder with excellent career progression opportunities.

Our client, based in Colnbrook, now requires experienced Forklift Operatives to work within their busy freight warehouse, safely operating machinery to facilitate the movement of air, road and sea freight.

Location - Heathrow, Colnbrook

Hours: 4 on 4off - 7:00am - 7:00pm

Hourly Rate: £12.50

Responsibilities of a Warehouse Operative:

  • You will be required to assist with loading and unloading vehicles carrying a variety of cargo using a forklift truck and other mechanical equipment, as well as performing some manual handling.
  • You will be expected to use hand-held devices to locate and identify cargo.
  • Process paperwork in accordance with our clients' requirements.
  • Helping with breaking & building ULD's such as PAG's, PMC's and AKE's
  • For any cargo coming into the facility, you will be required when unloading, to check for any discrepancies, damage or any areas of concern.

Skills required to be a Warehouse Operative:

  • Forklift licence (counterbalance or reach).
  • Promote Health & Safety to maintain a safe and secure working environment. Previous warehouse experience is desirable.
  • We will need to be able to complete Pre-employment checks. This will include a 5 year checkable employment / education history, DBS check (criminal record check)

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