Counterbalance Driver

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group is hiring a Counterbalance Forklift Driver for Magna Park, LE17. The role is a temporary to permanent position with a fixed afternoon shift from 2:00pm to 10:00pm and a pay rate of £14.04 per hour.

Based at Magna Park, this is a hands-on role within a busy distribution centre, offering a pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate. Primary duties include safely operating a counterbalance forklift, loading and unloading stock, and supporting

Qualifications

• A valid external counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Experience operating a counterbalance forklift.
• Willingness to assist with general warehouse duties.
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Moving, loading and unloading stock within the distribution centre.
• Acting as a counterbalance runner, moving goods between different areas of the warehouse.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties when required.
• Supporting the wider warehouse team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Following all health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Forklift licence

Counterbalance forklift experience

Reliability/teamwork

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Distribution Centre

Location: Magna Park, LE17
Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Pay Rate: £14.04 per hour
Contract: Temporary to Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy distribution centre based in Magna Park, LE17.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual looking for a long-term position, with the opportunity to become permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Moving, loading and unloading stock within the distribution centre.
• Acting as a counterbalance runner, moving goods between different areas of the warehouse.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties when required.
• Supporting the wider warehouse team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Following all health and safety procedures at all times.

Requirements:

• A valid external counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift.
• Willingness to assist with general warehouse duties.
• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on safety.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

• £14.04 per hour.
• Fixed afternoon shift, Monday to Friday.
• Consistent weekday working hours.
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate.
• The chance to join an established distribution centre team.