Counterbalance Forklift Driver, PPT & Warehouse

Planwell Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift driver for a permanent position. The role involves stock movement and assistance in a busy warehouse. Candidates must have at least 4 years of forklift experience and valid certification. Shift is Monday to Friday 7am to 3:30pm. Benefits include 28 days annual leave, online payslips, and weekly pay. Immediate start available.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Online payslips

Weekly pay

Pension Contribution

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience with Counterbalance Forklift.
• 3 years of experience with Powered Pallet Truck operation.
• Valid certification from a recognized training body.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for internal stock movement using counterbalance forklift.
• Assist with warehouse duties when stock movement is not needed.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift certification

Powered Pallet Truck operation

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Our client based in Tottenham is seeking experienced Counterbalance Forklift driver to join their friendly team.

We are looking for someone with experience working within a warehouse environment that holds a valid certificate for Counterbalance forklift by a recognised training body, we cannot accept in-house certificates. They are a busy mailing department and you will be responsible for internal stock movement using counterbalance forklift and powered pallet trucks, you will be required to assist in the warehouse with ad‑hoc duties when stock movement is not required.

Experience of working in a fast‑paced environment is paramount along with a proven work history of fork‑truck use.

Candidate requirements:

• Counterbalance Forklift certificate and at least 4 years experience
• Experience operating a powered paddle truck (PPT) and at least 3 years experience
• Able to work both independently and as part of the team
• Be self‑motivated and highly organised with good attention to detail
• Be quality conscious and efficient with good communication skills
• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment
• Awareness of Health & Safety
• Good level of English
• Team player that works well with others
• Committed and reliable
• Must be physically fit as lifting will be involved
• Must have safety shoes/boots and hi‑vis vest

Shift: Monday to Friday 7am - 3.30pm

Please note: The initial training will be provided on 10.30am - 7pm for 2‑3 days.

Hourly rate £13.97

• 28 days annual leave inclusive of 8 bank holidays
• Online payslips
• Weekly pay
• Pension Contribution

This role is for immediate start and can be permanent, subject to a successful probation period.