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Reach Forklift Driver

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  • Swindon, UK
  • Temporary,
  • undefined,
  • GS/05/SW
  • 04/11/2026
Job description

Job Title: Reach Forklift Driver 

Location: Swindon, SN3 5FB

Pay Rate: £13.10 per hour rising to £13.45 after 12 weeks

Working Hours: 0800 - 1600, Monday to Friday - 37.5 hour paid working week

Contract: Temporary ongoing

gap Personnel are proud to be working in partnership with GS Yuasa based in Swindon, who are currently looking for a Reach Forklift Driver to join their busy Industrial department

Responsibilities

  • Operating forklift trucks to transport goods, pallets and materials safely within the warehouse. 
  • Loading and unloading deliveries from lorries, containers or storage areas
  • Stacking and organising pallets or goods within designated storage locations
  • Moving materials between storage areas, production areas and loading bays
  • Inspecting forklift equipment before use and reporting any faults or maintenance needs
  • Following work place health and safety procedures when operating machinery
  • Ensuring transport routes and loading areas remain clear of hazards or obstructions
  • Assisting with inventory management by moving stock or preparing items for dispatch
  • Securing goods using pallets, shrink wrap or other protective materials for transport

Ideal Candidate:

  • Enthusiastic work ethic with a willingness to improve and make a difference.
  • Have a valid Reach truck licence 
  • Minimum of one years experience. 
  • Ability to problem solve and think outside the box.
  • Ability to go the extra mile and be flexible with working hours when needed.
  • Ability to multitask
  • Ability to follow & fully understand instructions and be able to clearly explain requirements to others.
  • Good team skills to be able to work with others and lead from the front.
  • Good verbal & written communication skills
  • Good attention to detail.

As a part of selection process, candidates must expect the following:

  • Complete the full gap-personnel registration online which will involve a video call for an interview and a meeting in our Swindon office
  • Will be asked to complete an aptitude test
  • Will be asked to attend walkaround first

If you believe this role is for you please contact click apply and one of our team members will contact you. CV must be sent on all occasions for this role.

Alternatively please call our office 01793 687605 or email your CV directly to jobsatyuasa@gap-personnel.com

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