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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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