Forklift Drivers & Warehouse Operatives

Job description

Forklift Drivers & Warehouse OperativesSalary £25,750 plus Overtime paid as time and a half.(salary to be reviewed April 2026)

Company Profit Share Scheme

Full time / permanent

Day and Night positions available (Night position includes allowance)

Based – Coventry, West Midlands

Join one of the UK's largest independent metal stockholdersEstablished in 1981, Richard Austin Alloys Ltd has grown into one of the UK's largest independent metal stockholders. With a strong reputation for next‐day delivery of Aluminium and Stainless Steel, our success is built on exceptional customer service and a commitment to quality. As our warehouse operation continues to expand, we are now recruiting additional forklift drivers to support our ever‐growing West Midlands site.

The RoleWorking within a busy warehouse environment, you will play a key part in the safe and efficient picking and packaging of metal products for customers across the country. Responsibilities include:

Accurate picking with strong attention to detail

Adhering to safe working practices at all times

Manual handling of aluminium and stainless steel (physical role)

Completing daily forklift safety checks and maintaining the truck in good condition

Supporting general warehouse duties as required

Carrying out any reasonable tasks assigned by supervisors or managers

Contributing to smooth warehouse workflow and safe forklift operation

The PersonWe are looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can work well both independently and as part of a team. Requirements include:

1–2 years' experience driving a counterbalance forklift (gas)

Up‐to‐date, accredited forklift licence

Comfortable with physical work

Good timekeeping and ability to work unsupervised

Strong communication skills and a positive, flexible attitude

Previous experience is essential, ideally within a warehouse or similar environment

Hours & PayPermanent, full‐time positions available:

40.5 HOURS

Shifts starting at 10:00AM – 19:30PM ( 1 HOUR LUNCH BREAK)

Overtime paid at time and a half

25 days holidayplus all bank holidays

Day Shift: £25,750 ( SUBJECT TO CHANGE 1ST APRIL 2026)

Benefits

Job security

Quarterly bonuses when company targets are achieved

Generous company pension scheme (after qualifying period)

Uniform provided

Cycle‐to‐work scheme

On‐site parking

Overtime available

Interested? Please send your cv by return.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Coventry

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English