Reach Truck Driver

Job description

Reach Truck Driver Location: Swan Valley, Northampton
Salary: £13.86 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time | Temp to Perm
Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm 10:00pm
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Break: 30-minute unpaid break
Quest Employment is currently recruiting for an experienced Reach Truck Driver to join a well-established and growing warehouse operation based in Swan Valley, Northampton.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for long-term employment with a clear route to a permanent contract, regular overtime opportunities, and an attractive bonus scheme.
The Role As a Reach Truck Driver, you will be responsible for the safe movement of stock throughout the warehouse while also supporting general warehouse operations. This is a hands-on role that requires regular manual handling, so applicants must be comfortable working both on and off the truck.
Key Responsibilities Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently
Loading, unloading, and moving stock throughout the warehouse
Picking and replenishing stock locations
Supporting goods-in and dispatch operations
Assisting with general warehouse duties as required
Carrying out manual handling and heavy lifting
Following Health & Safety procedures at all times
Maintaining accuracy and productivity standards
Requirements Valid Reach Truck licence (in-house licences accepted)
Licence must be in date
Minimum 6 months recent Reach Truck experience
Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling
Happy to spend time both operating the truck and completing warehouse duties
Good attention to detail
Reliable with a strong work ethic
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Pay & Benefits £13.86 per hour
Monday to Friday working pattern
37.5 hours per week
Overtime available every Saturday (8:00am 2:00pm)
Saturday overtime paid at x1.5
Weekly pay through Quest Employment
Temp to perm opportunity
Permanent Benefits Following successful completion of the temporary period and transfer to a permanent contract, employees will become eligible for:
5 performance-related bonus payments per year
Bonus scheme based on KPI achievement and attendance
Eligibility for the bonus scheme after completing 6 months of permanent employment
Long-term career progression opportunities
Supportive and professional working environment
Apply Now If you are an experienced Reach Truck Driver looking for a long-term opportunity in Northampton, apply today and a member of the Quest Employment team will be in touch.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-08-2026

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