Counterbalance Forklift Operative

NWF Group; Wardle; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime pay

33 days holidays per year

Training opportunities

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Job summary

NWF Group's Boughey Distribution site in Wardle is seeking a counterbalance forklift operative to handle customer returns from designated areas, log them accurately, and reintegrate into stock. The role combines hands-on warehouse tasks with occasional admin duties in a fast-paced environment.

You will work Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm, with weekly pay and progression opportunities across the group. Applicants must have forklift experience and be committed to health and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift truck is essential.
• Comfortable on your feet - this is a hands-on role.
• Proactive and capable of working independently when required.
• A team player with a positive attitude towards work.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Computer literate with a good attention to detail.
• Understanding and appreciation for safe manual handling practices and is Health & Safety aware.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift to collect and transport returned goods into stock.
• Inspect, sort and process incoming returns; determine next steps (goods in, repair, disposal).
• Log returns in warehouse systems to maintain accurate inventory records and compliance.
• Load and unload trailers safely to support efficient operations.
• Perform computer-based tasks including updating records and managing email.
• Assist with small handballing tasks as needed.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policy and promote welfare.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication

Computer literacy

Health & Safety awareness

Team player

Independent working

Tools

Warehouse systems

Job description

Operate a counterbalance forklift to safely collect and transport returned goods from designated areas back into stock in the warehouse. Inspect, sort and process incoming returns; assessing condition and determining appropriate next steps ie goods in, repair or disposal. Accurately log all returns in warehouse systems to maintain precise inventory records and compliance. Load and unload trailers safely and effectively to support smooth supply chain operations and minimise downtime. Perform computer-based tasks including updating records, managing email inbox and providing general administrative support as and when required. Performsmall amounts of handballing as and when required. Be aware of and adhere to the Company's Health & Safety Policy, taking responsibility for the Health and Safety and welfare of yourself and others.

• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift truck is essential
• Comfortable on your feet - this is a hands-on role
• Proactive and capable of working independently when required
• A team player with a positive attitude towards work
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Computer literate with a good attention to detail
• Understanding and appreciation for safe manual handling practices and is Health & Safety aware

NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit when you join us! What makes Boughey Distribution different? We store and transport food in a way that is best for our customers, people, communities and the planet! Boasting a 60-year heritage we are committed to on-going investment in our facilities, vehicles, systems and our people. We have more than 1.5 million square feet of warehouse space alongside 160 trucks & 365 trailers, and we want you to be a part of it!

We are looking for a counterbalance forklift certified operative to join our team based out of the Wardle site on a permanent basis working Monday to Friday hours.

You will manage the end-to-end handling of customer returns, ensuring efficient processing, accurate documentation, and seamless integration back into our inventory. The position combines hands-on warehouse operations with occasional administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Why Boughey?

• Weekly Pay: £12.98 per hour
• Enhanced Overtime: £19.47 per hour for all overtime hours
• Shifts: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
• Holidays: 33 days per year
• Progression Opportunities: Clear progression pathways across the wider group that operates 2 other business'
• Training Opportunities: Funded, accredited courses.
• Medicash: Cashback on routine medical expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy and more!
• Shopping Discounts: Savewith discounts at major retailers like Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Currys,Debenhams and more!
• Travel Savings: Discounts on flights, hotels, and airport parking.
• Entertainment Offers: Reduced prices at over 400 cinemas across the UK, including savings on drinks and snacks.
• Dining and Lifestyle: Access to deals on restaurants, leisure activities, and other lifestyle services.
• EnhancedPolicies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• TheUsual: Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and financial support, Free Refreshments, Free Secure On-Site Parking!