About the Role
🚜 SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY – FORKLIFT OPERATOR 🌞🍇 <br /> <br /> Join the action this summer and be part of a fast-moving harvest team! <br /> <br /> Looking for a hands-on summer role? We’ve got an exciting opportunity for an experienced Forklift Operator to join a busy, high-energy site handling fresh fruit deliveries during peak season. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working as part of a team, this could be the perfect fit! Immediate starts available with work until the end of August or starts available at the end of June until the end of August. <br /> <br /> Pay & Hours: <br /><ul><li><br /> £15.31 per hour</li></ul><ul><li><br /> 12-hour shifts (Days, Nights, Weekends)</li></ul><ul><li><br /> Rotating Panama shift pattern (great work/life balance with built-in days off) </li></ul><br /> What you’ll be doing: <br /><br /><ul><li><br /> Unloading full bins of freshly harvested blackcurrants from side-loading lorries</li></ul><ul><li><br /> Transporting bins to the intake area and positioning them for processing.</li></ul><ul><li><br /> Keeping the flow moving by returning empty bins for reloading </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Supporting a smooth, continuous production line </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Carrying out daily equipment always checks and operating safely </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Communicating with the yard team to keep everything running like clockwork </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Pitching in with general yard duties when needed </li></ul><br /><br /> What makes this role exciting? <br /><br /><ul><li><br /> Be part of a high-speed harvest operation moving up to 400 tonnes per day </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Work in a buzzing, outdoor environment during the summer season </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Play a key role in keeping production flowing smoothly </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Every shift is active, engaging, and team-driven </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Free forklift upskill conversion to operate a telehandler </li></ul><br /> <br /> What we’re looking for: <br /><br /><ul><li><br /> Valid, in-date forklift certificate (This can be Counterbalance, Reach, Flexi or VNA) </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Some experience in a busy forklift role </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Someone who is interested in being trained to operate a JCB Telehandler </li></ul><ul><li><br /> Ability to work to tight deadlines and keep things moving efficiently </li></ul><ul><li><br /> A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and communication skills </li></ul><br /> Ready to get started? <br /> <br /> Apply online today or come and see us: <br /> <br /> 📍 Pertemps Gloucester, Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ <br /> <br /> 📞 01452 507500 <br /> <br /> 🕗 Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00