Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Thorne and Wait; Horspath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking qualified counterbalance drivers for a busy operation near Bicester. The role includes operating cranes safely, mixing waste materials, assisting weighbridge operations, and adhering to a rotating shift schedule. Candidates must possess a valid forklift counterbalance license and be eligible to work in the UK. Interested applicants can contact Emily or Wesley to apply. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while ensuring health and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Valid, current forklift counterbalance licence (mandatory).
• Eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Operate the crane in the control room environment, ensuring safe handling and movement of waste.
• Mix waste materials efficiently while maintaining clean and tidy working conditions.
• Assist in weighbridge operations during the Christmas period, signalling lorries and handling priority traffic.
• Maintain a rotating shift schedule and adhere to working hours.

Job description

Job Summary

We are recruiting currently for counterbalance drivers for our busy client based close to Bicester.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the crane in the control room environment, ensuring safe handling and movement of waste.
• Mix waste materials efficiently while maintaining clean and tidy working conditions.
• Assist in weighbridge operations during the Christmas period, signalling lorries and handling priority traffic.
• Maintain a rotating shift schedule and adhere to working hours.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid, current forklift counterbalance licence (mandatory).
• Eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.

Working Hours

Rotating pattern each week:

• Early shifts – 7 am to 3:30 pm.
• Late shifts – 10:30 am to 7 pm.

Application Process

Interested candidates may contact Emily or Wesley at Thorne & Wait, or apply directly to this advert. Our team guarantees complete confidentiality and will never submit candidates' details or share them with a third party without first obtaining permission.

To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.