Counter Balance Forklift Driver

TalentPool; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution business is seeking a Counter Balance Forklift Driver in Lichfield, UK. This full-time, permanent role requires night shifts and at least 12 months of experience in forklift operations. Applicants must hold a valid FLT counterbalance licence. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15.95 and includes a forklift assessment. Join a reliable employer that values its staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Forklift counterbalance licence.
• At least 12 months experience in a forklift role.
• Must be able to work night shifts starting at 18:00 or 19:00.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts for 8-hour shifts.
• Work in a palletised distribution centre.
• Participate in a forklift assessment.

Skills

Forklift operational skills

Palletised distribution experience

Confidence and competency with operating

Education

Full in date FLT counter balance Licence

Job description

COUNTER BALANCE FORKLIFT DRIVER

Job details

• Posting date: 05 January 2026
• Salary: £15.95 per hour
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 04 February 2026
• Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: The Talent Pool
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference:

Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client a leading Distribution business based in Fradley Park, Lichfield. We are urgently looking for experienced Forklift Counterbalance Operators who are able to work nights. All applicants will ideally have at least 12 months Forklift experience in a palletised distribution centre and be extremely confident/ competent with operating.

Applicants must have Full in date FLT counter balance Licence, applicants not holding a Fork Truck licence will not be contacted. Hours start at 18:00 or 19:00, 8 hour shifts all spent on the forklifts.

This is a temp to perm/ permanent position of 12 weeks/60 shifts. If you are looking for full time, permanent work with a reliable employer who values their staff, please apply with a CV and a member of the team will be in contact to arrange your Forklift Assessment.

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