Counterbalance Forklift Driver

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Byley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Recruiting are seeking an experienced CounterBalance Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse operation in Byley. This dual-role position involves 50% forklift operation and 50% general warehouse duties within a site handling chemical, food, and pharmaceutical goods. Attention to safety and accuracy is essential.

The role offers a rate of £13.50 per hour, with 5 days per week and 8–10 hours per day. A reliable candidate who can work independently or as part of a team will thrive in this

Qualifications

• Valid and in-date CounterBalance forklift licence (essential).
• Experience in warehouse settings, ideally within chemical, food, or pharmaceutical environments.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Forklift Operations (50%): Safely load and unload goods from delivery vehicles using counter balance trucks.
• Transport and store palletised stock within high-level racking and designated storage areas.
• Carry out daily pre-use safety checks and basic maintenance of FLT equipment.
• Ensure all movements comply with site health and safety regulations.
• Warehouse Operations (50%): Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Process goods-in deliveries, including scanning documentation and verifying stock.
• Assist with inventory control, including stock counts and reconciliation.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across warehouse and yard areas.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Job description

KPI Recruiting are seeking an experienced and reliable CounterBalance Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse operation in Byley. This is a dual-role position, with approximately 50% of time spent operating forklift trucks and 50% supporting general warehouse duties. The site handles goods within the chemical, food, and pharmaceutical sectors, so attention to detail and adherence to safety standards are essential.

The rate of pay as a CounterBalance Forklift Driver is:

• £13.50 p/h

The days and hours as a CounterBalance Forklift Driver are:

• 5 out of 7 days per week
• 8-10 hours per day

Key Responsibilities as a CounterBalance Forklift Driver:

Forklift Operations (50%):

• Safely load and unload goods from delivery vehicles using counter balance trucks
• Transport and store palletised stock within high-level racking and designated storage areas
• Carry out daily pre-use safety checks and basic maintenance of FLT equipment
• Ensure all movements comply with site health and safety regulations

Warehouse Operations (50%):

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Process goods-in deliveries, including scanning documentation and verifying stock
• Assist with inventory control, including stock counts and reconciliation
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across warehouse and yard areas

Requirements for a CounterBalance Forklift Driver:

• Valid and in-date CounterBalance forklift licence (essential)
• Previous warehouse experience, ideally within chemical, food, or pharmaceutical environments
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices

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