Counterbalance Forklift Driver (B2 Or B3 Category License Only)

Pertemps Solihull; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Solihull is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver. The role involves operating a forklift, loading and unloading stock, and maintaining safety procedures. A valid B2 licence is essential, with B3 preferred. This position offers a fixed day shift, competitive pay of £13.74 per hour, and the opportunity to transition to a permanent role. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Fixed day shift

Immediate start available

Free on-site parking

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• A valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift B2 licence essential (B3 preferred).
• Minimum 1 year counterbalance forklift experience (essential).
• Proven ability to handle and manoeuvre heavy stock.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck.
• Loading and unloading stock as required.
• Organising stock and maintaining safe storage areas.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Driver (B2 or B3 Category License ONLY)

Location: Shirley, Solihull

Pay Rate: £13.74 per hour

Hours: Fixed Day Shift - Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:30

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck (B2 category minimum and B3 as a preference).
• Loading and unloading.
• Moving and allocating heavy stock around the site.
• Organising stock and maintaining safe storage areas.
• Following all health and safety procedures.
• Loading and unloading live loads, weighing up to 15 tons.
• Manoeuvring the truck through narrow aisles and tight spaces.
• General duties as and when required, stock taking, hygiene, etc.

Requirements

• A valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift B2 licence essential (B3 preferred).
• Minimum 1 year counterbalance forklift experience (essential).
• Applicants must be confident and capable operating the forklift truck.
• Proven ability to handle and manoeuvre heavy stock.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Reliable and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a busy environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.74.
• Fixed day shift - Monday to Friday, no weekends.
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with a major equipment hire company.
• Immediate start available.
• Free on-site parking.
• Supportive and long-term team environment.

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a stable role with the chance to go permanent in Solihull, we'd love to hear from you