Salary guide
Forklift Operator
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £28,000
- Working hours
- 4 hours/week
LogisticsWarehousing
- The UK logistics sector employs over 2.5 million people
Other names this job is known by
- Warehouse Operative
- Materials Handler
Key responsibilities
- Operate forklift trucks to move goods in warehouses or factories
- Load and unload deliveries
- Inspect and maintain equipment
- Follow health and safety procedures
Skills and qualifications required
- Forklift licence (RTITB, ITSSAR)
- Experience in logistics or engineering
- Physical fitness
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and time management
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Supervisor
- Warehouse Manager
- Trainer
- Logistics Coordinator
How to get the job
- Study logistics or engineering
- Complete forklift operator training
- Gain certification (RTITB, ITSSAR)
- Apply for warehouse or factory roles
- Progress with experience and further training
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