Forklift Driver in Hall Green, City and Borough of Birmingham

Job Title: B3 Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Shirley, Solihull
Pay Rate: £13.74 per hour
Hours: Fixed Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:30
Contract Type: Temporary ongoing

We are urgently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver with a valid and in-date B3 category license as a minimum. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the team with a major equipment hire company, known widely across the UK, offering an immediate start for the right candidate.
Please be aware, only applicants with a valid and in date Counterbalance license, Category B3 will be considered for this position. B1 and B2 category will not be accepted


Key Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck (B3 Category minimum).
   
  • Loading and unloading.
     
  • Moving and allocating heavy stock around the site.
     
  • Organising stock and maintaining safe storage areas.
     
  • Following all health and safety procedures.
     
  • Loading and unloading live loads, weighing up to 15 tons
     
  • Manoeuvring the truck through narrow aisles and tight spaces
     
  • General duties as and when required, stock taking, hygiene etc
     

Requirements:

• A valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift B3 Category only.
   
  • Minimum 1 year counterbalance forklift experience (essential).
     
  • Applicants must be confident and capable operating the forklift truck.
     
  • Proven ability to handle and manoeuvre heavy stock.
     
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
     
  • Reliable and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
     
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
     
  • Comfortable working in a busy environment.
     

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.74.
   
  • Fixed day shift – Monday to Friday, no weekends.
     
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity with a major equipment hire company.
     
  • Immediate start available.
     
  • Free on-site parking.
     
  • Supportive and long-term team environment.
     

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a stable role with the chance to go permanent in Solihull, we’d love to hear from you.