Early start FLT Driver

Quality Service Recruitment Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is seeking experienced Forklift Counterbalance Drivers for an ongoing role in a busy logistics operation in the UK. The job involves safe operation of a Counterbalance forklift, loading/unloading vehicles, and general warehouse duties in a fast-paced environment.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 04:00–14:00, with overtime at enhanced rates. Applicants must hold a valid forklift licence and have prior warehouse 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Forklift licence

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

A great opportunity for an immediate start

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

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 - 1400

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