Reach truck driver in Flanders

A reach truck driver operates a reach truck to place and retrieve pallets in high, narrow warehouse racks, with precision at height.

What does a reach truck driver do?

• place and retrieve pallets in high racks
• manoeuvre in narrow aisles
• prepare orders at height
• check and register goods
• daily check and maintenance of the reach truck

What do you earn as a reach truck driver?

A reach truck driver earns a market-based average of between €14 and €18 gross per hour, usually slightly more than a classic warehouse worker due to the required precision. The exact pay depends on your experience, the sector and any shift or weekend allowances. On every vacancy you can immediately see the pay and working hours, so you know what to expect in advance.

Training and entry

You need a valid reach truck certificate; you can obtain it through a short recognised training course. Experience working at height and in narrow aisles is a strong asset.

Where can you find work as a reach truck driver?

Large distribution centres with high-bay warehouses in the logistics regions around Antwerp, Ghent and West Flanders continuously need reach truck drivers. View all logistics vacancies via our overview and filter by distance to your municipality. Combine your reach truck certificate with a forklift certificate: that combination makes you broadly deployable and increases your chances and pay.