FLT Warehouse Colleague (PM - FLT licence required)

About Us:

Here at the Expect Logistics group we offer a fresh, dynamic approach to logistics. And, for over 36 years our award-winning services have offered reliability and flexibility to our diverse customer base across the UK.

Do you want to work for a safety focused, fast paced, inclusive and friendly employer? That’s how our colleagues described us in our most recent feedback survey!

Because with our people at the heart of it, our leadership team are committed to ensuring a safe and healthy working environment – underpinned by a professional, supportive and collaborative culture. And as an employer of choice in the areas in which we operate, we are proud to be able to offer colleagues a place where they can achieve their career aspirations and grow with us.

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Position Overview:

An
FLT Warehouse Colleague supports warehouse operations by safely operating
forklift trucks and carrying out general warehouse duties. The role ensures
goods are handled, stored, and dispatched accurately while maintaining high
standards of safety, efficiency, and teamwork.

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday // 14:00-00:00 (PM shift) // 50 hours
Salary: £32,830.20 (salary paid monthly)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: CO7 7JW (Colchester)

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Key Responsibilities:

• Comply with BRCGS (food and drink) and GDP
  (medicine) guidelines following training
•  Subsequently working
  in a responsible manner that complies with and increases product safety and
  quality
• Operate
  FLT equipment safely (e.g. Counterbalance, Reach, or PPT as applicable)
• Load
  and unload vehicles using FLT and manual handling techniques
• Move,
  stack, and store stock in designated warehouse locations
• Pick,
  pack, and prepare orders for dispatch
• Carry
  out stock checks and support inventory control
• Perform
  daily FLT safety checks and report faults or damage
• Maintain
  a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Follow
  health & safety, site procedures, and company policies

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Role Requirements:

• Valid FLT licence (Gas or Electric)
• ​Previous warehouse experience (desirable)
• Good understanding of health & safety practices
• Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines
• Basic IT skills for warehouse systems (where
  required)
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks
• Ability to work as a team

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What We Offer:

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Workplace Pension​

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Healthcare Cash Plan​

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Discounted gym membership through Medicash ​

·       
Life Insurance​

·       
Annual Volunteer Day

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Funded Learning and Development Opportunities

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Free Parking​