Counterbalance Forklift Driver

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Corby is seeking experienced Rotating Shift Counterbalance Forklift Drivers for a temporary role. Responsibilities include operating forklifts to move products, performing safety checks, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates must have a valid Counterbalance Forklift License and good communication skills. Working hours are Monday to Friday with rotating shifts, including Saturdays. Benefits include a subsidised canteen and overtime pay.

Benefits

Subsidised canteen

Bonus offered

Free parking on premises

OT available at 1.5

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift License essential and ideally PPT/LLOP but this can be trained.
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices and procedures.
• Good communication skills and a team player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklifts to load, unload, and move products within the warehouse.
• Perform daily equipment checks to ensure safety and operational standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Valid Counterbalance Forklift License

Warehouse safety practices

Communication skills

Job description

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

Location: Corby

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Rotating shift - 6am to 2pm & 2pm to 10pm 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: GBP14.86 p/h

Start date: Various start dates through August & 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.

Key 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

Please click APPLY NOW , or call the WSR Team at (phone number removed) for more info.