Forklift Driver
Job Description & Overview
Pay: £12.71 - £14.20 per hour
Job description:
Overview
ECHO Personnel is recruiting an experienced FLT Truck Drivers for a well-established logistics and warehousing company based in Kettering.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled FLT Truck Drivers to join a growing business offering stable, ongoing work in a modern warehouse environment.
Pay: £ /h ( depend on the experience )
Duties
- Operate forklift trucks safely and efficiently to load, unload, and transport materials within the warehouse
- Manage inventory movements using warehouse management systems to ensure accurate stock levels
- Assist with shipping and receiving activities by preparing goods for dispatch or receipt
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and perform basic repairs or notify maintenance for mechanical issues
- Handle materials carefully, ensuring proper stacking, storage, and handling procedures are followed
- Support warehouse organization by maintaining clean and orderly work areas
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and improve operational efficiency
- Use basic math skills to verify quantities, calculate weights, and ensure accurate documentation
- Participate in inventory counts and assist with stock reconciliation processes
- Candidates who hold a valid Counterbalance and PPT licence will be considered for Reach Truck conversion training. For the right candidate, the company is happy to provide Reach Truck conversion course, with an increased pay rate of up to £14.20 per hour upon successful completion and assignment to Reach Truck duties.
Experience
- Proven experience operating forklift trucks in a warehouse environment
- Valid internal or external FLT license
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems or similar inventory software
- Mechanical knowledge related to forklift maintenance and minor repairs
- Hands-on experience with materials handling, shipping, and receiving procedures
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations related to forklift operation
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely on a regular basis
- Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and recording data accurately
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced warehouse setting with attention to detail
If you are motivated by physical activity and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply by submitting your CV or give us a call on .
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 19 Oct 2026
- Location: kettering
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Category: General
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Echo Personnel
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