Luton - Reach Truck Driver

Advertised by Blue Arrow

Location
Luton, Bedfordshire
Salary
£13.40 an hour
Job type
Temporary
Sector
Distribution
Posted
7 October 2026
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Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Reach Truck Driver to join a busy and growing warehouse operation based in Luton.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a full-time position working a Monday to Friday day shift within a modern temperature-controlled warehouse environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe movement, storage, replenishment and picking of stock while maintaining excellent health & safety and quality standards throughout the operation.



Key Responsibilities

  • Operating a Reach Truck safely and efficiently
  • Putting away, replenishing and retrieving stock from racking locations
  • Loading and unloading vehicles
  • Using RF scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS)
  • Completing stock movements accurately
  • Assisting with stock checks and inventory counts
  • Carrying out daily MHE equipment checks
  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping
  • Following all health & safety procedures and site regulations
  • Supporting general warehouse activities as required
  • Reporting damaged stock, defects and safety concerns promptly


What We're Looking For



Essential

  • Valid Reach Truck Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT or equivalent)
  • Previous Reach Truck experience within a warehouse environment
  • Good attention to detail
  • Strong awareness of warehouse health & safety
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good numeracy and literacy skills


Desirable

  • Cold store or temperature-controlled warehouse experience
  • Counterbalance licence
  • Experience using RF scanning equipment
  • Experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or food storage environments


Working Environment

This role is based within a temperature-controlled cold store, therefore applicants must be comfortable working in cooler conditions. The role will involve regular use of MHE equipment and occasional manual handling duties.



Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Monday to Friday working pattern
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Company pension scheme
  • Holiday entitlement
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities


Apply Today

If you are an experienced Reach Truck Driver looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Luton, we'd love to hear from you.


Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Reference 225700233

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