Forklift operator vacancies
in Venlo.
Venlo offers an attractive job market for forklift operators, particularly in the top logistics region (Trade Port Noord/West). FlexHero places you within one working week of your agreement, with SNF-certified housing in the Greenport / Venlo-Trade Port region and company transport to work.
Forklift operators keep distribution centres running. Using a reach truck, EPT, counterbalance truck or cherry picker, you move pallets between unloading, storage and dispatch — often with an RF scanner or voice picking linked to SAP EWM or Manhattan WMS. In Venlo you're close to a top logistics region (Trade Port Noord/West), food, agri and fresh produce. FlexHero places skilled workers here every day — mainly from other EU countries — with housing in the region and transport to the workplace.
Forklift operator salary in Venlo.
Gross hourly pay depends on experience, certification and CAO grading. The indication below applies to assignments in the Greenport / Venlo-Trade Port region.
| Experience level | Hourly wage (gross) | Monthly indication (FT) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior (0-2 years' experience) | € 14,50 – 15,50 | — |
| Mid-level (2-5 years) | € 15,50 – 17,00 | € 2.500 – 3.000 |
| Senior (5+ years) | € 17,50 – 19,50 | — |
Indicative — exact grading follows the hirer's remuneration under the client's CAO. Evening, night and weekend allowances come on top of the base wage.
Typical employers in Venlo.
In and around Venlo, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need forklift operators:
- Logistics provider at Trade Port Noord
- Fresh produce distribution centre in the Greenport
- E-commerce fulfilment hub along the A73
- Agri/food producer in the Venlo region
We share specific company names during the intake — our clients' privacy comes first.
What will you do?
As a forklift operator in Venlo, your working day includes:
- Working safely in line with VCA and the DC's house rules
- Unloading, loading and internal transport by forklift and/or reach truck
- RF scanning linked to the WMS (SAP EWM, Manhattan, Microlistics)
- High-bay storage up to 12 metres, narrow-aisle (VNA) work where needed
- Preparing dispatch and checking against the packing list
- Stock checks and cycle counts
What we ask.
- VCA Basis
- Valid forklift certificate (NEN 3140 or EU equivalent)
- A reach truck and/or EPT certificate is a plus
- Experience with an RF scanner or WMS
What we offer.
- Access to FlexHero Academy for (re)certification
- Holiday allowance and pension accrual from day 1
- VCA course via FlexHero if needed (at our expense)
- Opportunities to progress to a permanent contract with the employer
- Including BSN application for international recruits
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Forklift operator in the region.
Frequently asked questions — Forklift operator in Venlo.
Which employers have vacancies for forklift operators in Venlo?
We work with several types of employers in Venlo, including a logistics service provider on Trade Port Noord, a fresh-produce distribution centre in the Greenport and an e-commerce fulfilment hub along the A73. We discuss specific vacancies during the intake.
How long does a typical contract last?
Every employee immediately signs an employment contract for an indefinite term with FlexHero, with fixed weekly hours under the client's CAO. Assignment changes? Your contract stays in place. If the match is good, the client often takes you on in a permanent position of their own.
Can I apply while I'm still abroad?
Yes. We work with several recruitment offices in the EU (including Braga, Portugal). The first interview takes place online; once you've been accepted, we arrange your journey to the Netherlands.
Does FlexHero have vacancies other than forklift operator?
Yes. We place people in manufacturing, logistics, engineering, food and the process industry. View all vacancies or ask your adviser about alternatives in your region.
