FLT Counterbalance

The Best Connection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for

Pension contribution

Online payslips portal

Job summary

The Best Connection Employment Group is seeking an experienced FLT Driver to join our busy distribution and production hub in West London. Clamp attachment experience is preferred, but candidates with a strong FLT Counterbalance background who are willing to learn will also be considered.

This long-term role offers weekly pay and overtime with benefits. You will operate FLT with clamp and counterbalance trucks, scan stock, and contribute to warehouse duties in a busy beverage distribution

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid FLT Counterbalance License (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent).
• Desirable: Previous experience operating an FLT with a Clamp attachment.
• If you only have a Counterbalance license but have strong warehouse experience, site familiarisation can be provided.
• Recent, verifiable experience operating a forklift in a warehousing or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet strict dispatch deadlines.
• Must be comfortable with some manual handling/warehouse duties when not operating the truck.

Responsibilities

• Operating an FLT with a Clamp attachment to safely move, stack, and load delicate palletless stock.
• Operating a standard Counterbalance truck for routine loading and unloading of delivery vehicles.
• Moving stock to and from production lines and high-bay racking.
• Utilising hand-held scanners for stock location and inventory tracking.
• Adhering strictly to site Health & Safety, PPE, and manual handling guidelines.

Skills

Clamp attachment

FLT

Counterbalance

Forklift operation

Job description

The Best Connection Employment Group are currently seeking an experienced FLT Driver to join our prestigious client at their busy distribution and production hub in West London.

We are ideally looking for a driver with Clamp attachment experience, however, candidates with a strong FLT Counterbalance background who are willing to learn will also be considered.

This is a fantastic, long-term opportunity to work with a globally recognised beverage giant, moving premium brands such as Peroni, Asahi Super Dry, and Meantime.

Pay Rates and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: £16.06 p/h
• Overtime: Enhanced overtime rates available after 40 hours
• Perks: Generous monthly beverage/beer allowance after qualifying period!
• Facilities: Free on-site parking, fully equipped canteen, and modern breakout areas
• Longevity: Genuine temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidates

Shifts Available

• Monday to Friday - 08:00-16:00/17:00

Key Responsibilities

• Operating an FLT with a Clamp attachment to safely move, stack, and load delicate palletless stock.
• Operating a standard Counterbalance truck for routine loading and unloading of delivery vehicles.
• Moving stock to and from production lines and high-bay racking.
• Utilising hand-held scanners for stock location and inventory tracking.
• Adhering strictly to site Health & Safety, PPE, and manual handling guidelines.

Requirements of the Candidate

• Must hold a valid, accredited FLT Counterbalance License (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent).
• Highly Desirable: Previous experience operating an FLT with a Clamp attachment.
• If you only have a Counterbalance license but have strong warehouse experience, please still apply as site-specific familiarisation can be provided.
• Recent, verifiable experience operating a forklift in a warehousing or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet strict dispatch deadlines.
• Must be comfortable with some manual handling/warehouse duties when not operating the truck.

Why Work with The Best Connection

• Weekly Pay
• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Online portal for easy access to payslips and holiday booking
• Pension contribution