Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Nights

The Job People; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy logistics company in Lutterworth is looking for Counterbalance Forklift Drivers. You'll operate a Counterbalance Truck while also performing manual tasks and heavy lifting. This long-term role offers opportunities for permanent employment and progression, with a pay rate of £13.75 per hour. Benefits include weekly pay, holiday pay, and more.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay

Pension Scheme

On-site canteen

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Indate Reach Truck Licence required.
• 1 year experience preferred.
• Must be able to perform manual work.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Truck.
• Accurately pick and pack items.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Counterbalance Truck operation

Order picking

Attention to detail

Heavy lifting

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Job description

Overview

The Job People are looking for Counterbalance Forklift Drivers to join a busy logistics company in Magna Park LE17.

The work is long term and can lead to a permanent contract after a qualifying period.

Candidates must have an indate Reach Truck Licence ideally with 1 year experience.

You must be prepared to carry out other roles within the warehouse, this role is 60% on the truck and 40% carrying out manual work - physical / heavy lifting is required.

Details of a Counterbalance Forklift Driver based in Lutterworth;

• Sunday - Thursday
• Overtime available in peak periods
• Must be flexible to support business needs
• £13.75 per hour
• Ongoing work
• Long term opportunity with training and individual progression throughout
• FLT Counterbalance Truck required - Indate
• Recent experience - 1 year experience is desirable

As a Counterbalance Forklift Driver in Lutterworth, you would be required to:

• Have previous experience operating a Counterbalance Truck
• Able to accurately order pick items
• Pack items / label and pallet wrap
• Heavy lifting
• Have a keen eye for detail and be accurate
• Ensure to follow all processes trained
• Maintaining a safe working environment

Role of a Counterbalance Forklift Driver

• Be able to work unsupervised where required
• Adhering to health and safety rules on site
• Opportunity for personal growth and development
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to carry out other roles as this is not 100% on the Reach Truck
• 60% truck
• 40% operative

Benefits on working with The Job People as a Reach Truck Forklift Driver

• Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Payslip portal
• 28 days holiday
• Pension Scheme
• On-site canteen facility
• Free on-site parking
• Locker Room
• Prayer Room
• Opportunity to go permanent
• Opportunity to progress and increase your take home pay
• Overtime available
• Smoke / Vape area
• Lovely / friendly team to work within
• Supportive management

If you are interested in the role of a Counterbalance Forklift Driver within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Industry, we would love for you to apply. We aim to respond ASAP to our applications. Please ensure your CV is up to date. Thank you.