Counterbalance Driver PM shift

YUSEN LOGISTICS; Shire Of Northampton; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

22 holidays + 5 volunteer days after 2

Job summary

Yusen Logistics Northampton is seeking a Counterbalance Driver to support the smooth day-to-day running of our Northampton warehouse. You will operate MHE, load and unload trailers, and handle goods with care to minimise damage.

This full-time role requires adherence to H&S procedures, completion of paperwork, and a proactive approach to improving processes. Weekend work may be required, with a shift pattern 2:00pm–10:00pm.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience.
• FLT licence (A2) or counterbalance/reach truck qualification.
• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Awareness of manual handling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate MHE to support warehouse operations.
• Safely load and unload trailers and handle goods to minimise damage.
• Complete relevant paperwork and use automation systems.
• Adhere to H&S procedures and PPE.
• Identify process improvements and communicate issues to team leader.

Skills

FLT licence

Teamwork

Literacy & numeracy

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

English proficiency

Tools

MHE operation

Job description

Counterbalance Driver

Northampton, NN7 2QA (near junction 15 of the M1)

About Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are currently looking for a Counterbalance Driver to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 10:00pm. Please note, some weekend work will be required.

Benefits

• Salary of £28,354.14, with a shift allowance of £832
• 22 holiday days per year, plus national and statutory holidays, increasing to 25 days after 2 years and 5 days’ volunteer leave per year
• Opportunity for unpaid leave
• Health cash plan
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Free online fitness platform (Pilates, yoga, mindfulness, nutrition support, and more)
• Employee benefits, including free eye tests, discounts on gym memberships and high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support, life events counselling and care concierge service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

The Role

As a Counterbalance Driver, you will support the smooth day-to-day running of our Northampton warehouse.

Specifically, you will perform a variety of tasks and general duties, including the operation of MHE to support operations, working with a strong focus on H&S.

You will safely load and unload trailers, handling goods correctly to ensure minimal damage, complete any relevant paperwork, and utilise MHE and automation systems.

• Adhere to all H&S procedures and utilise PPE
• Complete equipment checks and any risk assessments
• Seek ways to improve processes and drive efficiency
• Communicate any concerns or issues to your team leader or manager

About You

To be considered as a Counterbalance Driver, you will need:

• Previous warehouse experience
• An FLT, counterbalance, reach truck, or pallet stacker licence (A2)
• Good levels of literacy and numeracy
• An awareness of manual handling techniques
• Teamworking skills
• The ability to work to tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• A good level of general education, including a good understanding of both written and verbal English

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. However, we encourage candidates to use these tools to enhance their application rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. During the interview process, we expect responses to reflect your own experience, thinking and capabilities.

As a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer, to encourage disabled applicants to apply and to provide an opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent, and abilities, Yusen Logistics commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy*.

*It is important to note that there may be occasions where it is not practicable, or appropriate, to interview all disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. In certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, we may limit the overall number of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.

Other organisations may call this role Counterbalance FLT Driver, Warehouse Operative, Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Driver, or Counterbalance Operator.