Forklift operator

As a Forklift operator, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods at our modern terminal in Houten. Your day-to-day tasks will involve a mix of physical and logistical activities, including loading and unloading trucks, moving goods within the warehouse, and ensuring shipments are handled efficiently and accurately. Working in a 3-shift system, you’ll collaborate with a team of dedicated colleagues to meet tight schedules and maintain high standards of quality. This role requires a valid forklift certificate, physical fitness, and a proactive attitude to keep up with the dynamic pace of the logistics industry.

What You Will Do:

• Loading and unloading trucks to ensure timely and accurate shipments.
• Moving goods within the warehouse using a forklift and other tools.
• Scanning and checking shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Organizing and securing goods to ensure safe transport.
• Collaborating with colleagues to maintain an efficient workflow in a 3-shift system.

These are shifts from 07:00-15:30, 16:00-00:30 and 23:00-07:30

• An hourly wage starting from €15.61
• A temporary contract with the prospect of a permanent position
• A full-time role of 40 hours per week
• Work at a modern terminal in Houten
• 30% shift allowance for work after 6:00 PM and 00:00 AM
• A quick response to your application within 24 hours on working days

• Valid forklift certificate required for warehouse operations.
• Experience in logistics environment is preferred but not mandatory.
• Physically fit to handle warehouse tasks, including lifting.
• Living near Houten, Nieuwegein, or Utrecht is essential.
• Comfortable working in a rotating 3-shift system.

Our client, DHL Freight, is part of the DHL Group, the world’s largest logistics service provider. We provide reliable and efficient road transport across Europe. At our terminal in Houten, we work together every day to ensure that shipments reach their destination safely and on time.

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