FLT Driver - Nights
- Location
- Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Type
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Salary
- Not stated
- Posted
- 2 Nov 2026
Verified open 3 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page
About the role
Forklift Driver - Night ShiftSunday to Thursday | Night shifts varying (10pm - 6am Sun-Thurs, OR - 6pm-10pm Sun, 6pm-3am Mon-Thurs)Pay: £14.50 per hour (weekly pay)Gap Personnel is looking for 2 Forklift Drivers for our client based in Southend-on-Sea.We have an exciting opportunity for a reliable and experienced FLT driver with a valid external Forklift Licence to join our client's night shift team. If you are a hands-on team player with a can-do attitude, we want to hear from you!Responsibilities
Drive the company forklift between sites to support internal operations and ensure materials are in the right place at the right time.Load and unload the van using a forklift and manual handling, ensuring all goods are handled safely and efficiently.Carry out pre-use checks on the forklift at the start of each shift and report any defects immediately.Operate the forklift to move pallets and stock within the warehouse, including putting away and picking from racking where required.Follow all health and safety, manual handling and site traffic rules while driving, loading and unloading.Complete basic paperwork including load lists, delivery notes and internal transfer records.Communicate clearly with the night shift supervisor and warehouse team about any delays, issues, shortages or damages.Keep the forklift and loading areas clean and tidy throughout the shift in line with site housekeeping standards.Support general warehouse tasks when required, such as wrapping pallets, labelling and assisting colleagues during busy periods.
Essential Requirements
Full UK manual driving licence.Valid counterbalance forklift licence.Minimum 1-year proven forklift experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.Physically fit for manual handling and night shift work.Right to work in the UK.Available Sunday to Thursday nights.
What's on Offer
Weekly pay.Holiday pay accrual.Temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidate.
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