Counterbalance Driver's

The Best Connection Group; Burton Latimer; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holiday pay

Weekly PAYE pay

Online payslips

Personal accident insurance

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting a Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a Corby site. The role is a temp-to-perm opportunity with 4 days on, 4 days off from 06:00 to 18:00. Pay is £13.40 per hour PAYE, with weekly PAYE pay and holiday pay.

The position involves loading/unloading, stock movement, and supporting warehouse operations. Candidates should hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and have prior forklift driving experience, with strong health and safety awareness and reliability for a

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence and prior counterbalance driving experience.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload deliveries and move stock around the warehouse.
• Carry out routine vehicle safety checks and maintain a clean workspace.
• Support general warehouse operations and adapt to a 4-on, 4-off rota.

Skills

FLT Licence

Counterbalance experience

Health & Safety awareness

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver's - Temp to Perm Opportunity

Corby

£13.40 per hour

The Best Connection are currently recruiting for experienced Counterbalance Forklift Drivers to join a well-established client.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for long-term work, offering a 4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern and the potential to secure a permanent position.

About the Role

Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Operating a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Moving and transporting stock around the warehouse
• Loading and unloading vehicles as required
• Supporting general warehouse operations
• Ensuring stock is stored correctly and safely
• Carrying out routine vehicle safety checks
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Following all health and safety procedures at all times

Working Hours

• 4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern
• 06:00 - 18:00
• Temp to perm opportunity

Pay

• £13.40 per hour PAYE
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Holiday pay
• Pension scheme

What We're Looking For

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence
• Previous counterbalance forklift driving experience
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 4-on, 4-off rota
• Flexibility to support warehouse operations when required

Why Join The Best Connection?

• Ongoing work with a temp to perm opportunity
• Consistent shift pattern
• Competitive hourly pay
• Weekly PAYE pay - no admin fees
• Online payslips
• Holiday pay
• Pension scheme
• Personal accident insurance
• Support from a dedicated recruitment team

About Us

The Best Connection has been a trusted UK recruiter since 1991, with 70+ branches nationwide, specialising in driving, industrial, and logistics roles.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.