Career Pathways A Career as a Forklift Operator A Forklift Operator is responsible for moving goods around a warehouse and/or other industrial sites. Duties include:
Using a Forklift to load and unload goods from lorries, ships or aircrafts Stack goods and move them around Check equipment daily and use it safely Manually handle goods when necessary. Skills/Qualifications Accredited Fork Lift Training Good mobility and coordination Patience and ability to remain calm in stressful situations Good spatial awareness Practical skills for repairing and maintaining equipment Knowledge of public safety and security Ability to work well with others The average salary in the UK will vary according to your experience Newly trained Fork Lift Operators can earn £17,000 - £22,000 Experienced Fork Lift Operators can earn £20,000- £30,000 Senior Fork Lift Operators can earn in excess of £30,000 Fork Lift Instructor can earn £26,499 Career development We have detailed some potential career progression options available to Fork Lift Operators in our career pathways flow chart.
Warehousing and Logistics (the things a company needs to do to get their goods or services to their customers efficiently) is a massive industry and will continue to grow thanks to the rise of online shopping.
Jobs in the logistics industry are incredibly varied and include: Lorry driver, Logistics Coordinator, Supply Manager, Store logistics Administrator or Maintenance engineer.
