Maritime transport

Night Heavy Forklift/ Reach Stacker Operator

03/01/2025
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Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time permanent Night Shift Heavy Forklift/Reach Stacker Driver in our busy depot based in Northampton.


Why work for Maritime Transport?

  • Guaranteed paid weekly hours.
  • Average earnings holiday pay for all holiday days not just statutory minimum.
  • Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • Life assurance cover x3 from day 1 and up to age 66.
  • Full uniform and PPE provided.
  • Employee Assistance Programme providing financial and legal guidance.
  • Stable and successful business, in 23 years 23 pay rises.
  • Full training given on Reach stacker
  • You’ll be working for one of the market leading companies


Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Loading and unloading various sizes and weights of ISO shipping containers.
  • Stacking containers in allocated areas.
  • Ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery and a reasonable knowledge of how the machine works.


We are looking for candidates to apply who have the following:

  • A flexible approach and can undertake a variety of production duties
  • High level of focus under pressure to deliver an accurate and punctual service to our customers and colleagues
  • The ability to operate empty container handlers – Desirable not essential
  • Have your own transport
  • The flexibility to be able to work night shifts

Maritime is a family-owned UK-based transport company and since its inception in 2001 has grown to be a market-leader offering container transport and curtain-sided distribution services. With a network of over 40 depots spanning the UK Maritime offers transport and logistics solutions to a large and growing customer base, and works with a high number of large blue chip businesses. Join a winning team.