Forklift Driver Team leader

Job description

Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire
Pay: £16.71 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Days 5:30am to 6:15pm | 4 on, 4 off

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver / Team Leader to join a well-established agricultural business based in Soham.

This is a hands-on position where you'll spend the majority of your time operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck while also supporting the day-to-day leadership of the warehouse team. You'll play a key role in maintaining high standards of safety, training, productivity, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Act as the site's MHE Instructor, delivering forklift and job-specific training to warehouse operators.
• Maintain and update training records and the site training matrix.
• Support and supervise the warehouse team, providing guidance and resolving day-to-day operational issues.
• Carry out driver assessments, mentoring, and ongoing coaching.
• Conduct incident investigations and promote continuous improvements in health and safety.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, inductions, and probation reviews.
• Provide operational support and cover across the team when required.
• Ensure company procedures and health & safety standards are followed at all times.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or industrial environment.
• At least 1 year's Team Leader or supervisory experience.
• Minimum 3 years' warehouse experience.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to motivate and support colleagues.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £16.71 per hour.
• Company pension.
• Sick pay.
• On-site parking.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity with a respected agricultural business.
• Supportive working environment with opportunities to develop your leadership skills.

Location

This role is based in Soham, Cambridgeshire. Applicants must be able to reliably commute to the site or be willing to relocate before starting work.

If you're an experienced Forklift Driver looking to take the next step into a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of a growing and supportive team.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

UK

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£16.00 Per Hour

Published at

16-07-2026

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