Forklift Driver

334104564

£15.31 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Ledbury, Hereford and Worcester

Manufacturing And Production

Posted 3 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

🚜 SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY – FORKLIFT OPERATOR 🌞🍇 
Join the action this summer and be part of a fast-moving harvest team! 
 
Looking for a hands-on summer role? We’ve got an exciting opportunity for an experienced Forklift Operator to join a busy, high-energy site handling fresh fruit deliveries during peak season. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working as part of a team, this could be the perfect fit! Immediate starts available with work until the end of August or starts available at the end of June until the end of August. 

Pay & Hours: 
  • £15.31 per hour 
    • 12-hour shifts (Days, Nights, Weekends)
    • Rotating Panama shift pattern (great work/life balance with built-in days off) 

 
 What you’ll be doing: 
  • Unloading full bins of freshly harvested blackcurrants from side-loading lorries 
    • Transporting bins to the intake area and positioning them for processing 
    • Keeping the flow moving by returning empty bins for reloading 
    • Supporting a smooth, continuous production line 
    • Carrying out daily equipment always checks and operating safely 
    • Communicating with the yard team to keep everything running like clockwork 
    • Pitching in with general yard duties when needed 

 
What makes this role exciting? 
  • Be part of a high-speed harvest operation moving up to 400 tonnes per day 
    •  Work in a buzzing, outdoor environment during the summer season 
    • Play a key role in keeping production flowing smoothly 
    • Every shift is active, engaging, and team-driven 
    • Free forklift upskill conversion to operate a telehandler 

 
What we’re looking for: 
  • Valid, in-date forklift certificate  (This can be Counterbalance, Reach, Flexi or VNA) 
    • Some experience in a busy forklift role 
    • Someone who is interested in being trained to operate a JCB Telehandler 
    • Ability to work to tight deadlines and keep things moving efficiently 
    • A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and communication skills 

 
Ready to get started? 
Apply online today or come and see us: 
📍 Pertemps Gloucester, Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ 
📞 01452 507500 
🕗 Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00