Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Driver Hire Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment company in Glasgow is seeking a counterbalance forklift driver for a long-term temp-to-perm position. The role involves operating a forklift and handling warehouse duties. Candidates must have a valid forklift licence and relevant experience, with pay rates ranging from £11.25 to £13.25 per hour. The position offers a professional working environment and potential for overtime.

Benefits

Accrued holiday pay

Pension benefits

PAYE and National Insurance covered

Qualifications

• Must have a valid counterbalance forklift licence.
• Relevant experience in a similar warehouse role required.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 15:00.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely.
• Load and unload goods and maintain warehouse cleanliness.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Valid counterbalance forklift licence

Relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Driver Hire Glasgow is looking to recruit a counterbalance forklift driver with a valid licence and relevant experience for a builders merchant in the Govan area. This is a long-term temp-to-perm position working Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 15:00.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift (FLT) safely in a builders merchant environment
• Load and unload goods, accurately palletise and store stock
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required
• Maintain forklift and warehouse cleanliness and safety

Qualifications

• Valid counterbalance forklift licence
• Relevant experience in a similar role
• Ability to work Monday to Friday 07:00–15:00; overtime may be payable after 8 hours

Pay & Hours

Pay rate (PAYE) from £11.25 – £13.25 per hour. You will accrue holiday pay; pension benefits; all PAYE and National Insurance are paid directly to HMRC. The working pattern may be variable with overtime payments after 8 hours.

What Driver Hire can offer

Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company. Driver Hire Glasgow can provide regular, ongoing work in Glasgow and surrounding areas. We treat you as a true professional. In our latest survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for us.

How to apply

If you feel you fit the criteria and would like to be considered, apply via email with an up-to-date CV or call our team for more information on (phone number removed).