Forklift Driver

• Business Division:
  Home Accessibility Manufacturing
• Employment Type
  
  :
  Permanent
• Referral Bonus:
  No

Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.

Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business. The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands‑on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services.

Warehouse Jobs in Newburn at Stannah – Join Our Team!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver to join Stannah, based at Newburn, Newcastle upon Tyne.

This job will involve a mix of warehouse and forklift operations, including loading/unloading lorries, picking and scanning orders, and ensuring dispatch accuracy. You'll play a key role in meeting daily operational targets, while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

As the Warehouse/Operative/Forklift Driver, you will work Monday to Thursday 06:15 to 16:00. This job is a permanent contract.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is reliable, proactive, and keen to work in a fast‑paced, safety‑focused environment.

To be successful in this role, it is essential that you have previous experience in loading/unloading lorries using a forklift truck and hold a valid forklift licence. Experience in using barcode scanning equipment and working in a warehouse environment would be desirable.

Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver Responsibilities:

• Load and unload lorries using forklift equipment
• Pick and scan customer orders using barcode devices
• Accurately check and pack contracts for dispatch
• Operate both Counterbalance and Aisle Master forklifts
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and safety protocol

Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver Requirements:

• Valid Forklift Licence (Counterbalance and/or Aisle Master) – Essential
• Experience in loading/unloading lorries with a forklift
• Familiarity with barcode scanning equipment
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices
• Ability to manage workload and meet daily targets

If you have previous experience working as a Forklift Operator or in a similar role (such as Warehouse Operative, Logistics Operative, or FLT Driver) and are looking for a new job in Newburn, consider applying.

Benefits Include:

• Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter based on Group Company profits
• Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave
• Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
• Simply Health Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
• Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
• Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provision

Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business.

We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.

Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.