Counterbalance Driver - Afternoons

The Best Connection; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Royal Leamington Spa is seeking a skilled Counterbalance Forklift Driver for an afternoon shift role. Responsibilities include operating forklifts to manage stock efficiently and maintaining safety in the warehouse. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and demonstrate reliability and teamwork. Competitive pay at £14 per hour with potential for permanent placement and various perks.

Benefits

£14.00 per hour, paid weekly

39 hours per week

Potential for a permanent position based on performance

Friendly, supportive team environment

28 days paid annual leave

Pension contributions

Flexible working options

Ongoing work available throughout 2025 and 2026

Qualifications

• A valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in date).
• Good attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Moving stock around the warehouse and production areas.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties as required.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Reliability

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Valid Counterbalance FLT licence

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a counterbalance forklift to load, unload, move, and stack materials safely and efficiently within the warehouse. Duties include supporting goods in/out, ensuring accurate stock handling, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and assisting with general warehouse tasks as required.

Shift

Afternoon shift 1300 - 2115 Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock around the warehouse and production areas
• Assisting with general warehouse duties as required
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

What We Offer

• £14.00 per hour, paid weekly
• 39 hours per week (shift pattern to be confirmed)
• Potential for a permanent position based on performance
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Pension contributions
• Flexible working options - short-term, long-term, odd days, or weekends
• Ongoing work available throughout 2025 and 2026

Requirements

• A valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in date)
• Reliability and a positive attitude
• Good attention to detail and safety awareness
• Ability to work well as part of a team