Culina Group

Logistics

ForkliftOperator

£0k+ Swadlincote, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Logistics
Problems you'll solve

Identify and report risks; Escalate equipment faults

Eligibility Requirements

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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