Heavy Forklift​/Reach Stacker Driver

Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver Maritime Transport Wakefield, UK

We have a vacancy available for a Reach Stacker Driver based at our Wakefield Depot. If you have previous experience in Reach stacker driving or a valid Forklift truck with at least 2 years’ experience then this could be the role for you. This Position is permanent and your total flexibility will be required to fulfil this challenging, yet rewarding role.

Shift Patterns available for this role are Monday to Friday (On a rotation of Days, Afternoons and Nights) or 4on/4off (Days or Nights)

Why work for Maritime Transport?

• Guaranteed paid weekly hours.
• Average earnings holiday pay for all holiday days not just statutory minimum.
• Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Life cover from day 1.
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing financial and legal guidance.
• Stable and successful business, in 25 years 25 pay rises.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
• Stacking containers in allocated areas.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery and a reasonable knowledge of how the machine works.
• Possessing the skills to operate Empty Container Handlers also, while not essential would be of great advantage, again Kalmar, Konecranes and Sany built machines is desired.

We are looking for candidates who have a flexible approach and can undertake a variety of production duties.

Candidates will be required to remain focused under pressure, be a team player and have good attention to detail to achieve an accurate, on time service to our customers and colleagues.

Please note, to apply for this position, you must have your own transport, and a valid certificate with 2 years full time experience on Forklifts to be considered. Reach stacker experience would be a benefit but not essential as full training would be provided to the suitable candidate.

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