Forklift Driver – Combi / Side Loader

Forklift Driver – Combi / Side Loader £14.00 - £14.50 per hour Full-Time | Permanent We are currently recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver to join a busy manufacturing business based in Thurrock. This role will involve working across both the yard and workshop environment, moving large steel products and materials safely around site using a Combi / Side Loader forklift truck. You will support the manufacturing, warehouse and dispatch teams to ensure products are moved, stored and loaded efficiently. Key Responsibilities: * Operating a Combi / Side Loader forklift truck * Moving steel products and materials around the yard and workshop * Loading and unloading delivery vehicles * Supporting goods in and dispatch operations * Carrying out daily FLT safety checks * Ensuring stock is stored, handled and transported safely * Assisting with general warehouse and yard duties where required Candidate Requirements: * Previous experience operating a Combi / Side Loader forklift truck * Valid FLT licence preferred * Experience working within a manufacturing, warehouse or yard environment * Comfortable handling large or heavy materials * Reliable, hardworking and safety conscious * Due to the location, candidates will need to drive and have access to a vehicle * Hours & Benefits: * Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm * Early finish every Friday * Full-time permanent position * 20 days holiday plus bank holidays * Free onsite parking * Friendly and supportive working environment Searley Owen are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We will never send your CV without your permission