Warehouse Forklift Assistant

Our client who are an SME specialist freight forwarding agent based in Colnbrook have a new opportunity available based in Colnbrook for a non-shift experienced Warehouse Forklift Assistant to join their busy established busy team. Working 07:30-16:30, Monday to Friday, with a one hour break each day. The successful candidate must have a c/b forklift licence, driving licence, clear DBS and a steady 5 year employment check to be considered.

Responsibilities for the Experienced Warehouse Forklift Assistant - the role involves, but is not limited to;

• Support in the removing of shipments from the warehouse for vehicle loads, ensuring unique reference number is checked against each collection and delivery.
• Receive shipments into the warehouse checking documents, unique reference number, quantity and signs of damage or tampering. Locating all shipments once checked and referenced.
• Set status one on shipments received into the warehouse in a timely manner, and check customs status before releasing.
• Liaise effectively with colleagues from other departments.
• Maintain stock levels of driver equipment.
• Receive vehicles in and out of the warehouse following specific security instructions.
• Keep the warehouse clean and tidy at all times.
• Conduct daily stock reviews.
• Undertake additional duties, or assist other members of staff, as may be reasonably requested by your manager or the directors.

The knowledge, skills and experience required from the Warehouse Forklift Assistant are:

Essential

• Experience of warehouse work; including operation, stock locations and health & safety.
• Counter balance forklift licence, with experience.
• A full UK driving licence.
• A good knowledge of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills: the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Be a team player; by working well with members of staff across all departments.
• Sound knowledge of IT - Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience of using a CRM system.

Desirable

• Experience of using Boxtop
• E-customs experience.

Benefits / Additional information:

• £27k basic DOE plus paid o/t if and when required

Annual Leave;

• 28 days per annum (including 8 national holidays).
• Annual leave days increase with longevity.
• Additional discretionary leave given over Christmas period.

Annual Salary Reviews & Performance Bonuses;

• Salaries reviewed annually and are increased based on performance & longevity.
• Discretionary bonuses are awarded based on performance.

Uniform;

• Full uniform & company phone provided (where required).

Opportunities;

• An opportunity to progress your career across the business.

Other benefits;

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Free access to an independent digital financial wellbeing platform & coach to help you manage and save your money.
• Cycle To Work Scheme - administered through 'Green Commute Initiative’ (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Electric Car Scheme - administered through 'The Electric Car Scheme’ (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Enhanced sickness and maternity/paternity pay (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Private Health Insurance (level of cover subject to qualifying criteria).

Due to the nature of the role, there are a number of compulsory checks that must be carried out:

1. A criminal record check - basic disclosure, carried out by the Disclosure & Barring Service.
2. A full 5 year reference history, with any gaps in employment scrutinised and accounted for.
3. Driving licence check.