Heavy Forklift​/Reach Stacker Driver

Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver

Maritime Transport Ltd – full‑time permanent position at our busy depot in Mossend.

• Guaranteed paid weekly hours.
• Average earnings holiday pay for all holiday days, not just statutory minimum.
• Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Life assurance cover x3 from day 1 up to age 66.
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering financial and legal guidance.
• Stable and successful business – 24 years, 24 pay rises.
• Full training given on Reach stacker.
• Work for one of the market leading companies.

• Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
• Stacking containers into allocated areas.
• Ensuring safe and efficient operation of machinery and a reasonable knowledge of how the machine works.

• A flexible approach and ability to undertake a variety of production duties.
• High level of focus under pressure to deliver an accurate and punctual service to our customers and colleagues.
• Reach Stacker driving experience or a valid Forklift truck certificate – 2 years experience minimum.
• The ability to operate empty container handlers – desirable, not essential.
• Own transport.
• Flexibility to work night shifts – essential.

Founded in 2001 by Executive Chairman John Williams, Maritime Transport has evolved to a leading logistics company with a turnover exceeding £400 million. The company employs 3,000 personnel across 40+ sites including a network of strategic rail freight terminals, with a cutting‑edge fleet of 1,300 Euro‑6 trucks.

In 2024, the company was acquired by Swiss‑based global logistics and supply chain provider MEDLOG S.A., supporting Maritime’s growth strategy and strengthening its market position as the UK’s leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage