Culina Group
Logistics
ForkliftOperator
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“Forklift Operator at Culina Group. Skills: Forklift operation, Safety protocols, Freight movement. Operate LPG counterbalance forklift trucks. Safely load palletised freight”
What You'll Achieve.
Keep freight moving efficiently; Meet nightly performance targets; Ensure traceability across network; Support efficient hub operations; Ensure smooth operational flow
Industry & Context.
Identify and report risks; Escalate equipment faults
Work night shifts, Physical lifting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Valid forklift licence, 1 years’ experience, Operate gas or diesel trucks, Good literacy skills, Good numeracy skills
Nice to Have
RTITB or equivalent licence, Electric truck experience
What You'll Do.
Operate LPG counterbalance forklift trucks
Safely load palletised freight
Unload palletised freight
Use scanning technology
Accurately record freight movements
Maintain precise handling of goods
Follow scanning procedures
Follow labelling procedures
Report to Team Leader
Work collaboratively with colleagues
Meet nightly performance targets
Demonstrate commitment to health and safety
Adhere to site protocols
Identify and report risks
Report unsafe practices
Conduct daily pre-use checks
Escalate equipment faults
Escalate maintenance needs
Contribute to team culture
Keep work areas clean
Keep work areas organised
Support cross-functional tasks
Assist with freight checks
Assist with bay organisation
Liaise with admin teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work collaboratively with colleagues; Support cross-functional tasks; Liaise with admin teams
Full Job Description
Join one of the UK’s leading pallet networks at our bespoke, state-of-the-art new hub in Swadlincote, where your forklift skills will help keep freight moving efficiently across the country. We’re looking for reliable and safety-conscious drivers to support our fast-paced night operations. Step into a secure, full-time and permanent role (not agency!) with one of the UK’s leading pallet networks. Our brand-new, purpose-built Swadlincote hub is designed for efficiency, safety, and comfort — and we’re looking for skilled, reliable forklift drivers to keep freight moving across the country. If you’re ready for a long-term opportunity in a fast-paced, professional environment, this is the role for you! 🦺 Full-Time, Permanent Forklift Operator – Join Our Brand-New State-of-the-Art Hub! 📦 * Location: Swadlincote * Shift: Monday–Friday Nights (start times from 18:00) * Rate: £16.14 per hour + bonuses 📦 What You’ll Be Doing: * Operate LPG counterbalance forklift trucks to safely load and unload palletised freight in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment. * Use forklift-mounted scanning technology to accurately record freight movements and ensure traceability across the network. * Maintain precise handling and placement of goods, following scanning and labelling procedures to support efficient hub operations. * Report directly to the Team Leader, working collaboratively with colleagues to meet nightly performance targets. * Demonstrate a strong commitment to health and safety, adhering to all site protocols and proactively identifying and reporting risks or unsafe practices. * Conduct daily pre-use checks on equipment and promptly escalate any faults or maintenance needs. * Contribute to a positive team culture, showing respect, reliability, and a proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment. * Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with company standards to support operational efficiency and safety. * Support cross-functional tasks when required, such as a
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