Role: Driver

Location: Sudbury, Suffolk

Join a busy and well-established manufacturer in Sudbury as a Driver & Counterbalance Forklift Operative, supporting warehouse and delivery operations. This is a hands-on role involving local deliveries, forklift operation, stock movement, and general warehouse duties within a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Duties:

  • Driving company vans for local deliveries and collections
  • Operating a Counterbalance Forklift safely and efficiently
  • Loading and unloading deliveries and stock
  • Moving materials and products around the warehouse and production areas
  • Carrying out daily vehicle and forklift safety checks
  • Assisting with goods-in and dispatch activities
  • Picking, packing, and preparing orders for shipment
  • Maintaining accurate delivery and stock records
  • Ensuring the warehouse and work areas are kept clean and organised
  • Working as part of a team to meet daily operational targets

Skills:

  • Previous van driving and Counterbalance Forklift experience is essential
  • Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence
  • Full UK driving licence required
  • Good understanding of warehouse and logistics operations
  • Ability to work safely and follow company procedures
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Victoria Pseftoudis on [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£25,000.00 - £26,000.00
Per annum
GBP25000 - GBP26000 per annum

Sudbury

Permanent

Added 22/05/2026
Reference: Driver -Sudbury_1779438147

Driver

Sudbury
Permanent

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