Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Earlies

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

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver for an ongoing agency assignment in a busy warehouse. The role focuses on safe forklift operation, loading/unloading vehicles, and maintaining health and safety standards.

Working hours are 04:00–13:00, Monday to Friday. The position is temporary with potential for extension based on performance. Overtime is available at enhanced rates; UK applicants only.

Qualifications

• Safety awareness is required for site procedures.
• Teamwork to support a busy warehouse.
• Punctual and reliable for shift patterns.
• Clear communication and attention to detail are important.
• Flexibility to help with general warehouse duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles; may handle rigid trucks up to artics.
• Carry out daily forklift safety checks and maintenance.
• Follow all health & safety procedures and site regulations.
• Support general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Earlies

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

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