Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver

Acorn by Synergie; Llandevenny; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is recruiting for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver in Llandevenny, South Wales. The successful candidate will operate forklifts, manage stock in a fast-paced warehouse, and uphold health and safety standards. A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and reliable teamwork skills are essential. This long-term role offers £16.22 per hour with opportunities for overtime and potential permanent employment. Apply now to join a supportive team environment!

Benefits

Overtime pay

Long-term work

Experience with a leading brand

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence, refreshed within the last three years.
• Comfortable using warehouse systems and scanning equipment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently.
• Move stock around the warehouse using the stock management system.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Basic IT skills

Team player

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Magor, South Wales | £16.22 per hour | Overtime up to £32.44 | 12-hour shifts (days and nights) | Temporary - Ongoing

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting experienced Counterbalance Forklift Drivers on behalf of Budweiser Brewing Group UK & Ireland in Magor. This is a long‑term, ongoing role with the potential for permanent employment for the right candidates.

Key Duties

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently.
• Move stock around the warehouse using the stock management system.
• Handle incoming and outgoing goods using scanners and inventory tools.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence, refreshed within the last three years.
• Double handler experience desirable but not essential.
• Comfortable using warehouse systems and scanning equipment.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• SAP experience beneficial but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Reliable, hardworking, and a team player.

What We Offer

• £16.22 per hour basic rate.
• Overtime at £24.33 after 48 hours.
• Premium weekend and Bank Holiday overtime up to £32.44 per hour.
• Long‑term, ongoing work with potential for permanent employment.
• Experience working with a leading global brand.
• Supportive team environment.

Hours

12‑hour shifts, mixture of days, nights, and weekends (no fixed shift pattern).

Interested?

Apply now with your CV or contact Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.