We are currently recruiting a Forklift Driver to join our Production team. This role will involve working across all A. C. Goatham sites, as required.
This opportunity is open to candidates have previous forklift experience.
The purpose of this role is to support the safe and efficient movement of products within our yard and production areas. The successful candidate will operate forklift trucks and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and productive working environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Safely operating forklift trucks to transport goods within production and yard areas
- Feeding packhouses with packaging and produce as required
- Ensuring products are stored correctly, including within cold stores
- Working in a cold store environment (05C)
- Loading and unloading cold stores and deliveries
- Loading tipper trucks
- Keeping forklift driving areas free from spills and obstructions
- Carrying out regular checks on forklift equipment
- Working on apple/pear graders, tray packs, and pre-size operations
- Assisting with additional tasks within production and yard areas
- Repetitive manual handling of products (up to 18kg)
- Maintaining clean-as-you-go standards
- Upholding high levels of hygiene and health & safety
- Reporting any damaged goods, non-conformances, or accidents to management
Our ideal Forklift Driver will:
- Have previous experience in a forklift, warehouse, or stores-based role
- Hold a valid forklift licence/certificate (desirable but not essential)
- Take responsibility for their own actions
- Understand and follow health, safety, and food hygiene standards
- Be comfortable in a physical role with regular manual handling
- Work well as part of a team and communicate effectively
- Show a positive, flexible, and can-do attitude
- Be willing to learn and develop new skills, including handheld scanners
- Take pride in A. C. Goatham, our products, and our processes
Working hours:
Forklift Drivers operate on a rotating shift pattern:
Early shift: 06:00 17:00
Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.Day shift: 07:00 18:00Late shift: 13:00 24:00
Flexibility is required, working 5 days per week in line with the shift pattern.
Salary :
£13.15/h£14.15/h, depending on experience
What we can offer:
Loyalty rewarded earn an extra day of holiday for every 2 years of service
Secure your future – You will be automatically enrolled in the company pension xwzovoh scheme after three months of service (contributions: employee 5%, employer 3%)
Eyecare vouchers to help you look after your vision
Fortnightly pay for regular, reliable income
Extensive learning & development platform, available in multiple languages to support your growth
Company accommodation available where required
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support whenever you need it
Private GP service for fast, convenient access to medical advice
Free onsite parking
Festive fun with our all-staff December advent calendar and prizes to be won
Exclusive BHN discounts on a wide range of brands and services
Free Will Writing Opportunities twice a year
Education – Free English Training Opportunities
Study Sponsorship opportunities
Free Fruit
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