FLT Counterbalance Driver

Permanent Vacancies- FLT Counterbalance driver

Are you an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver seeking a new job opportunity, are you happy working 12 hour days or night shifts and do you hold an ITSSAR or RTITB or Brittop accredited license that is currently within 3 or 5 years?!

We are actively seeking several FLT Counterbalance Drivers to join a leading food manufacturing business in Telford, Shropshire, this role is a fixed term contract with the company and is likely to last until the end of March 2027.

The shift pattern available is as followed:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (and every other Sunday) 12hr days shifts- £13.31ph
• Thursday, Friday & Saturday (and every other Sunday) - (12 hour day shifts) - £13.31ph
• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday (and every other Saturday)- 12hr night shifts- £15.13ph

The hiring manager is looking for people who have a minimum of 12 months experience driving a counterbalance forklift truck.

They are keen to interview as soon as possible with the aim of people starting week commencing 3rd of August. 

What You Will Do:

• Operate the Counterbalance truck in line with Health & Safety regulations, ensuring safe and careful manoeuvring in a busy warehouse.
• Move goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport, including unloading deliveries and relocating items to their designated storage locations.
• Keep forklift areas free from obstructions and contribute to a clean, hazard-free working environment.
• Regularly check the Counterbalance truck for faults or damage and escalate any issues to the Warehouse Supervisor promptly.
• Work collaboratively with the team to support smooth warehouse operations and timely order movement.
• Follow company procedures and use the correct PPE for the task to maintain a high standard of hygiene and presentation.

What You Will Bring:

• An accredited Counterbalance forklift licence that has been refreshed or passed within the last 3 to 5 years. 
• At least 12 months experience operating a Counterbalance forklift or Combi truck in a busy warehouse setting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a demanding environment.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality, with a dependable attitude and a commitment to reliability.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without restrictions.

This FLT Counterbalance Driver position supports the company's goal of delivering integrated, well-coordinated processes across every area of the business. By helping goods move safely and efficiently, your work directly contributes to smooth operations in a specialist, food-production-related logistics setting.

Location:

Based in Telford 

Interested?:

 If you're ready to bring dependable forklift expertise to a role that values safety and teamwork, apply now for this FLT Counterbalance Driver opportunity and take the next step in warehouse logistics.

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