Counterbalance forklift driver

Ideal Recruit Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment firm in Durham is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver/Warehouse Operative to support their growing operations. This role involves operating a counterbalance forklift, managing inventory, and completing general warehouse duties. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £12.50 per hour with the possibility of overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate. Reliable candidates can expect fixed shifts with immediate starts available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Supportive working environment

Immediate starts available

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in date) is essential.
• Previous experience in a pick & pack environment.
• Ability to complete general warehouse duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift and assist in warehouse tasks.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Use handheld scanners for inventory management.

Skills

Valid Counterbalance FLT licence

Bendi licence

Previous pick & pack experience

Confident using handheld scanners

Experience with container offloading and loading

General warehouse duties

Reliability

Punctuality

Hardworking

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative

Location: Durham, DH6 5NG

Pay Rate: £12.50 per hour

Shifts: 8:00–17:00, 11:00–20:00

Friday: 9:00–18:00

Fixed shifts initially, with potential changes in the new year

⚡ Overtime: Paid at 1.5x

Ideal Recruit is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative to join our client’s busy and growing operation in Durham.

Key Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in date – essential)
• Bendi licence preferred (not essential)
• Previous pick & pack experience
• Confident using handheld scanners
• Experience with container offloading and loading / unloading vehicles
• Ability to complete general warehouse duties
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking

What We Offer

• Competitive £12.50 per hour pay
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Fixed shifts to start, with updates expected in the new year
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Immediate starts available

Apply Today!

Text “FLT DH6” to 07858 307858

Or call 01302 965599 to apply now

Visit: ideal-recruit.com

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