Forklift operative in Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Advert: General Operative (Warehouse) - Counterbalance FLT

Location: Birmingham (B40 - Marston Green)

Pay: £12.75 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Contract: Long-term, ongoing for the right candidate

Overtime: Available during busy periods, paid at a flat rate

We're recruiting a General Operative with a Counterbalance Forklift certificate and at least 12 months' experience in a similar role to join a busy, fast-paced operation supporting the production of bespoke exhibition designs.

This is a hands-on role with a mix of duties: approx. 70% general warehouse work and 30% FLT driving.

Key Responsibilities

• General warehouse duties: keeping work areas clean, tidy and organised
• Loading rubbish into skips and operating/assisting with compacting machines
• Using a Counterbalance FLT to move materials safely (around 30% of the role)
• Lifting and moving panels when required
• Supporting the production team with exhibition build tasks, such as:Attaching velcro trim to panels
• Assisting with paintwork/finishing
• General practical tasks to help complete bespoke builds

What We're Looking For

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in-date)
• Minimum 12 months' FLT/warehouse experience in a similar role
• Physically fit and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Willing and able to lift throughout the shift - panels are generally lightweight, but you may be expected to lift up to 25kg
• Reliable, safety-conscious and a good team player

If you're looking for a stable, long-term opportunity and you enjoy practical, varied work, we'd like to hear from you.

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