Forklift Drivers: VNA Driver, Counterbalance, PPT Licence, Aisle Masters

Menzies Distribution Solutions Ltd; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services provider in Biggleswade seeks experienced Forklift Drivers for permanent positions. Applicants must hold relevant licences such as VNA, Counterbalance, and PPT. Responsibilities include managing warehouse operations, ensuring safety and efficiency, and maintaining high standards. The role offers competitive salaries based on experience, various shift patterns, and numerous employee perks including health plans and training opportunities.

Benefits

Paid day to volunteer for charity

Driver of the Year Awards

Contributory workplace pension

Exclusive discounts on various services

Healthcare Cash Plan

Periodic CPC Training

Qualifications

• Experience operating a VNA, Counterbalance, PPT licence & Aisle Masters.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Proactive attitude and team player mentality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate receipt and dispatch of goods.
• Perform warehouse tasks safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to health and safety standards.
• Assist in stock rotation and consolidation.

Skills

Warehouse management systems

Operating forklifts

Mechanical aptitude

Inventory management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

VNA

Counterbalance

PPT licence

Aisle Masters

Job description

Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, England

Hours: Full-time

Duration: Permanent

Menzies Distribution Solutions are looking for multiple experienced Forklift Drivers with the following licences: VNA Drivers, Counterbalance, PPT Licence and Aisle Masters to join our team providing a first-class service in Biggleswade. The main purpose of this role is to provide accurate receipt of customer goods into the warehouse, and timely despatch of customer goods from the warehouse to external parties. The role requirements are to complete various warehouse tasks, as safely, accurately, and as efficiently as possible upholding and the highest standards of health and safety at all times.

***For your application to be considered, you must hold a minimum of one of the following licences; VNA, Counterbalance, PPT licence & Aisle Masters***

Shifts Available

• 4 On/4 Off Days - 06:00-18:00 - 20 Days Holiday Per Annum
• 4 On/4 Off Nights - 18:00-06:00 - 20 Days Holiday Per Annum
• Any 5 of 7 Days - 8 Hours Per Shift (7.5 Paid/30 Minutes Break) - 28 Days Holiday Per Annum inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Any 5 of 7 Nights - 8 Hours Per Shift (7.5 Paid/30 Minutes Break) - 28 Days Holiday Per Annum inclusive of Bank Holidays

The Details

• Salary: £27,445.46 Per Annum/ £14.07 Per Hour to £30,826.74 Per Annum/ £15.35 Per Hour (Dependent on Licence and Shift Patterns)
• Location: Biggleswade
• Monthly Pay
• Parking Onsite

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Proven experience in warehouse management systems (WMS) and materials handling procedures.
• Prior experience operating forklifts or other warehouse equipment is highly desirable; relevant certifications will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform minor repairs on vehicles or equipment.
• Experience in shipping & receiving operations within a warehouse environment.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in record keeping and inventory management.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently during daily tasks.
• Good understanding of basic maths for inventory counts, measurements, and documentation purposes. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional with solid warehouse experience to contribute to a dynamic logistics team. Applicants should possess a proactive attitude towards safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in all aspects of their work.
• Stock rotation and consolidation
• Ensure all tasks are carried out to the highest of standards, working in partnership direct with the customer
• Adhering to Warehouse/Plant H&S rules at all time
• Operating a ‘clean as you go’ policy to ensure the warehouse is free of excess debris, pests etc.
• Adhering to Health and Safety rules at all times
• Carrying out any other reasonable request made by Supervisor/Manager

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Experience operating a VNA, Counterbalance, PPT licence & Aisle Masters
• Previous warehouse experience (ideally within the food and/or beverage industry, but not essential)
• Strong communication skills, be a team player
• Be proactive, use initiative
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Appreciating You & Others: Celebrate special moments with Value Awards! Driver of the Year Awards, with 3 days paid leave for our finalists, including a fun filled day out for you and your partner and attendance to the awards ceremony with guest speakers.
• Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
• Exclusive Discounts: Through your Healthcare Cash Plan you will have access to a discount portal, where you can make savings on travel and hotels, cinema tickets, days out and much more. We also offer 20% off your mobile line rental at EE!
• Progression & Training: Unique Industry Training such as: LST, Moffett, Manual Handling, Double Decker & Load Security. A paid day leave per year for your periodic CPC Training provided by us.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans. In addition to this there is Virtual GP access, On-Demand Physio, Gym Discounts, Online Health Assessments & 24/7 Counselling.

INCLUSION

Menzies Distribution Solutions is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business.

We seek to attract and recruit people from the widest talent pool, who reflect the society in which we work. And we aim to encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be the very best they can be, and to reach their full potential creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.