Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Quality Service Recruitment Limited; Riddings; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is seeking experienced Forklift Counterbalance Drivers for an ongoing, full-time agency role in a busy logistics operation. Immediate start with regular weekly work and potential for extended placements. Overtime available; 0400-1300 hours, Monday to Friday.

Open to UK applicants only. Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and prior warehouse experience are required. This temporary contract offers a continuous agency assignment in a fast-paced environment with strong health &

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT or equivalent).
• Previous experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Strong awareness of health & safety procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to assist with general warehouse duties when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Can operate rigid trucks up to artics.
• Support general warehouse duties when required.
• Carry out daily forklift safety checks.
• Follow all company health & safety procedures and site regulations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Punctuality

Education

Counterbalance forklift licence (RTITB/ITSSAR/AITT)

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

IMMEDIATE START!!

FULL TIME POSITION!!

We are currently recruiting experienced Forklift Counterbalance Drivers to join a busy logistics operation through an agency. This is an ongoing role within a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment, supporting the movement and storage of goods.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles
• Can be Rigid trucks up to artics.
• Supporting general warehouse duties when required
• Carrying out daily forklift safety checks
• Following all company health & safety procedures and site regulations

Duration: Ongoing, long-term agency assignmentRegular weekly work availablePotential for extended placements based on performance and business needsOpportunity to secure long-term opportunities within the logistics sector

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: £13.25 per hourOvertime available at enhanced rates (subject to client requirements)WE DO NOT ACCEPT MAX 20 VISAS OR SPONSORSHIP

Working Hours: Monday to Friday0400 - 1300

Closing Date: 20261202

Experience & Qualifications

You will need:

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT or equivalent)
• Previous experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck in a warehouse or logistics environment
• Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility to assist with general warehouse duties when required