Counterbalance Driver

Watton Recruitment Ltd; Costessey; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Watton Recruitment Ltd is seeking a motivated Warehouse Operative with a valid FLT licence to join its team in Costessey. You will be responsible for receipt, storage, and despatch of goods, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and efficiency.

This role runs 7:30am–4:00pm Monday to Friday, and you will work closely with colleagues to ensure orders are picked, packed, and logged correctly in the warehouse management system. Own transport is required due to location.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Operative.
• Valid and in-date Forklift Truck (FLT) licence (e.g., Counterbalance, Reach).
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in a warehouse.
• Meticulous attention to detail for accurate picking, packing and inventory management.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and literacy for documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Goods Receiving: accurately receive, unload, and inspect incoming goods and log them in the warehouse management system.
• Order Picking & Packing: pick and prepare orders for despatch according to procedures and customer requirements.
• Forklift Operation: operate counterbalance/reach forklifts safely for moving, stacking, and retrieving goods.
• Inventory Management: assist with regular stock checks.

Skills

FLT Licence

Health & Safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Warehouse Operative with a valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the efficient operation of the warehouse, ensuring accurate and timely receipt, storage, and despatch of goods. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and teamwork. The working hours are 7.30am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday. Must have a valid Counterbalance FLT and your own transport due to location

Responsibilities

• Goods Receiving: Accurately receive, unload, and inspect incoming goods, checking for discrepancies or damage and logging them into the warehouse management system.
• Order Picking & Packing: Accurately pick and prepare orders for despatch according to company procedures and customer requirements
• Forklift Operation: Operate various types of Forklift Trucks (e.g., Counterbalance, Reach, safely and competently for moving, stacking, and retrieving goods.
• Inventory Management Assist with regular stock checks

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Operative.
• FLT Licence: Valid and in-date Forklift Truck (FLT) licence (e.g., Counterbalance, Reach, VNA - specify as appropriate).
• A strong understanding and commitment to health and safety regulations within a warehouse setting.
• Meticulous attention to detail for accurate picking, packing, and inventory management.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills for documentation and record-keeping