Counterbalance Drivers Needed

QS Recruitment; Ruddington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

QS Recruitment is seeking an experienced forklift driver for a weekday‑only temporary role in a busy warehouse. The shift runs 06:00–14:00, Monday to Friday, with pay at £12.72 per hour and up to 28 days pro‑rata annual leave. A valid FLT licence is required, and visa sponsorship is not offered.

You will operate a forklift, move and store goods, pick and pack orders, and help keep the warehouse safe and tidy while following health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience.
• A valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.
• Good understanding of warehouse Health & Safety practices.
• A reliable and positive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift to move, load and unload and store goods safely
• Picking and packing customer order accurately
• Keep the warehouse clean, tidy, organised and free from hazards
• Follow company procedures and Health and Safety Regulations
• Support the wider warehouse operation where needed

Skills

Previous warehouse experience

FLT licence

Reliable worker

Safety-conscious

Tools

Forklift Truck (FLT) licence

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Experienced forklift driver looking for weekday only work?

We’re hiring for reliable counterbalance drivers for a busy warehouse environment. This role offers also offering consistent ongoing work in a fast-paced atmosphere.

Your duties will include:

• Operating a forklift to move, load and unload and store goods safely
• Picking and packing customer order accurately
• Keep the warehouse clean, tidy, organised and free from hazards
• Follow company procedures and Health and Safety Regulations
• Support the wider warehouse operation where needed

A valid FLT licence is required for this role

Duration: This role is on a temporary basis with ongoing work available

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: This role pays £12.72 per hour, and you will accrue up to 28 days annual leave pro-rataThis role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Working Hours: This is a Monday to Friday role working from 0600 to 1400

Closing Date: 20260923

Experience & Qualifications

Requirements:

• Previous warehouse experience
• A valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence
• Good understanding of warehouse Health & Safety practices
• A reliable and positive approach to work