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IndustrialUse our handy guide to write your job description for a Forklift Driver. A Forklift Driver plays a crucial role in warehouses, factories, and Engineering sites, ensuring that goods and materials are moved efficiently and safely. If you’re looking to hire a Forklift Driver for your team, then consider using this handy guide to prepare for your next hire.
• Operation of Counterbalance, REACH or VNA forklift (delete as appropriate)
• Load, unload, and transport goods around the warehouse or factory
• Adhering to safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a secure working environment
• Inspecting machinery to ensure it is in good working order before and after use
• Keeping records of stock movements and deliveries – using a handheld scanner
• Working as part of a team to meet operational targets and deadlines
• Handling goods with care to prevent damage to products and materials
• Valid forklift licence (Counterbalance, VNA or Reach Truck certification)
• Attention to detail – ensuring accuracy when moving stock
• Good spatial awareness – maneuvering safely in tight spaces
• Physical stamina – the role involves standing, lifting, and working in varying temperatures
• Teamwork – collaborating with warehouse staff, supervisors, and logistics teams
• Basic IT and paperwork skills – updating inventory records and checking delivery documentation
• Entry Level - £24,000 - £28,000
• Experienced - £28,000 - £32,000
• Senior / Supervisor - £32,000 - £40,000
If you’re thinking of hiring a Forklift Driver for your team, or your need to expand your warehousing support, we can offer help on either a temporary or permanent basis. For ease you can submit a vacancy via our website and one of our team of consultants will come to your site for a FREE Consultation in which we will prepare your job description for you, make hiring suggestions around salary and rates, along with guidance on what to expect from relevant profiles.
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General News
April is Stress Awareness Month – a timely reminder to prioritise mental wellbeing at work. At Busy Bee Recruitment, we work with employers across the manufacturing, engineering, and professional sectors who are navigating the realities of workforce wellbeing every day. One conversation we’ve seen rise to the surface this April is the topic of mental health breaks – and whether they’re a realistic solution or just a nice idea on paper.
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Engineering
Writing a CV as an Engineer isn’t just about listing your experience – it’s about showcasing your technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and industry expertise in a way that makes you stand out to employers. At Busy Bee Recruitment, we know what hiring managers in engineering look for, so we’ve put together this expert guide to help you craft a CV that gets results.
General News
April is Stress Awareness Month – a timely reminder to prioritise mental wellbeing at work. At Busy Bee Recruitment, we work with employers across the manufacturing, engineering, and professional sectors who are navigating the realities of workforce wellbeing every day. One conversation we’ve seen rise to the surface this April is the topic of mental health breaks – and whether they’re a realistic solution or just a nice idea on paper.
