Fork Lift Driver/General Operative – Nights

Contract Personnel

  • Norwich
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Contract Personnel are currently recruiting for General Operatives/Fork Lift Drivers based in the outskirts of Norwich. Own transport is essential due to site location.Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK at the time of application.We are currently seeking a skilled and reliable General Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence to join our team in a busy metal coating facility. The role involves general labouring duties, loading/unloading metal components, moving materials using a forklift, and supporting the day-to-day operations of our metal finishing processes.Duties and responsibilities:
  • Forklift Operations: Safely operate a counterbalance forklift to load/unload deliveries, move metal products, and supply materials to production areas.
  • Manual Handling: Assist in the preparation, hanging, and movement of metal parts through various coating and finishing stages.
  • General Labouring: Support production tasks such as masking, jigging, packing, wrapping, and basic assembly work.
  • Quality Control: Check items for defects or coating quality and report any issues to the team leader.
  • Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and safe working environment, including sweeping, waste disposal, and equipment care.
  • Health & Safety: Adhere to all site safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
  • Any other duties as required
Requirements:
  • Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (RTITB or ITSSAR recognised) – essential.
  • Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
  • Basic understanding of metalwork or coating processes (preferred but not essential).
  • Physically fit and able to lift and handle metal components.
  • Good attention to detail and awareness of health & safety procedures.
Shift pattern:
  • Monday to Friday
  • 22:00 – 06:00
Benefits of working for Contract Personnel:
  • 28 holiday days accrued for full time workers
  • Weekly pay every Friday straight into your bank account
  • Dedicated team there for you every step of the way
To apply, please contact the Industrial Team on 01603 764044, or send your CV to norwichindustrial@cpl.uk.com

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