Counterbalance

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Coleshill CP; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join the team in Coleshill. The role involves safely operating a counterbalance forklift to move, load, unload and organise stock across the warehouse and yard.

Key responsibilities include loading/unloading, pallet handling, daily forklift checks and maintaining a clean, safe working environment. Flexibility for additional hours is desirable and a reliable, hardworking attitude is

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence/Certificate.
• Previous forklift experience in a warehouse, yard or industrial environment.
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift in accordance with site procedures and health & safety regulations.
• Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Move and position pallets, materials and stock around the warehouse and yard.
• Load materials into designated storage areas and ensure stock is stored correctly.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Assist with general warehouse duties when required.
• Ensure goods are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and site safety requirements.
• Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Complete relevant paperwork and stock movement records where required.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Punctuality

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our team. You will be responsible for safely operating a counterbalance forklift to move, load, unload and organise stock and materials across the warehouse and yard.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift in accordance with site procedures and health & safety regulations.
• Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Move and position pallets, materials and stock around the warehouse and yard.
• Load materials into designated storage areas and ensure stock is stored correctly.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Assist with general warehouse duties when required.
• Ensure goods are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and site safety requirements.
• Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Complete relevant paperwork and stock movement records where required.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence/Certificate.
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse, yard or industrial environment.
• Good understanding of workplace health & safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Good communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Flexibility to work additional hours or shifts when required.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a busy warehouse, manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Experience loading and unloading HGVs.
• Experience working in an outdoor yard environment.
• Additional forklift qualifications, such as Reach or Bendi, would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary/rate of pay.
• [Overtime opportunities].
• [Holiday allowance