Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Working Solutions Recruitment; Corby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking experienced Counterbalance Forklift Drivers for a client in Corby. The role includes operating forklifts, adhering to safety regulations, and assisting with inventory. Candidates must have a valid Forklift License, be competent in warehouse practices, and be physically fit. This position offers a pay rate of £14.86 per hour with rotating shifts and various benefits, including subsidised meals.

Benefits

Subsidised canteen

Bonus offered

Free parking on premises

Overtime available at 1.5x

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift License essential.
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices and procedures.
• Physically fit and able to lift/move heavy items as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklifts to load, unload, and move products within the warehouse.
• Perform daily equipment checks to ensure safety and operational standards.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift License

Warehouse safety practices

Good communication skills

Ability to lift/move heavy items

Job description

Overview

WSR are recruiting for Counterbalance Forklift Drivers for our client BSH, based in Corby, Northamptonshire.

Location: Corby

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Rotating shift (6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm / 5:45am to 1:45pm and 1:45pm to 9:45pm). This will include working 1 in 4 Saturdays with a rest day during the week.

Role Type: Temporary (estimated to run up until around December)

Pay Rate: £14.86 p/h

Start date: September 2025

Job Description

We are seeking experienced and reliable Counterbalance Drivers to support our rotating shift operations at BSH Corby. The successful candidates will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of goods within our warehouse. This role requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklifts to load, unload, and move products within the warehouse.
• Tipping & putting stock away
• Perform daily equipment checks to ensure safety and operational standards are met.
• Assist with inventory management, including stock rotation and accurate record-keeping.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
• Support the team with other warehouse duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift License essential and ideally PPT/LLOP but this can be trained.
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently during rotating day shift hours.
• Good communication skills and a team player attitude.
• Physically fit and able to lift/move heavy items as needed.

Benefits

• Subsidised canteen
• Bonus offered
• Free parking on premises
• OT available at 1.5

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