FLT-Counterbalance

Regional Recruitment Services; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Operator for a temporary role in a large warehouse. Key responsibilities include safe operation of the forklift, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must hold a valid forklift license and be able to handle operational tasks in a busy environment. This position may lead to a permanent opportunity for the right person. Facilities include a canteen and free parking.

Benefits

Free car parking

Canteen facilities

Qualifications

• Valid RTITB forklift license is essential.
• Thoroughly inspect the forklift before each shift.
• Recognize and avoid potential hazards.

Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and containers.
• Participate in basic picking and packing duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load handling

Safety awareness

Warehouse operations

Education

Accredited Forklift Operating License

Job description

Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Operator

Location: Northampton

Pay rate: £13.20p/h

Shift: Nights 6pm to 3am/ 8pm till 5am

Type: Temp - Perm

Start Date: IMMEDIATE

Core Responsibilities

Safe Forklift Operation

• Operating the forklift safely and efficiently, adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Maneuvering the forklift in busy industrial environments.
• Regularly checking the forklift for faults or damage.
• Loading and unloading materials from trucks, trailers, and containers.
• Moving goods to and from storage areas, shelves, or pallets.
• Stacking and unstacking large quantities of goods.
• Ensuring goods are properly secured for transport.
• Assisting in shipping and receiving activities, verifying the accuracy of shipments.
• Palletizing goods for shipment.
• Identifying and labeling pallets for dispatch.
• Participating in basic picking and packing duties.

Material Handling

• Warehouse Operations:
• Skills and Counter Balance Forklift Operator:

Accredited Forklift Operating License

• A valid license from a recognized body (e.g., RTITB) is essential.
• Pre-Use Checks: Thoroughly inspecting the forklift before each shift to ensure it's in good working condition.
• Hazard Awareness: Recognizing and avoiding potential hazards in the operating environment.
• Load Handling and Stacking: Mastering the techniques for safely lifting, moving, and stacking loads.
• Safe Speed and Maneuvering: Operating the forklift at a safe speed and maneuvering it accurately, especially in confined spaces.
• Load Stability: Understanding the principles of stability and how to maintain it when lifting and moving loads.

Our client is a goods distributor that is looking for Warehouse Operatives to join their team on a temporary basis, with the opportunity to go permanent for the right person.

This client has a large warehouse that has facilities such as a canteen, smoking area, free car parking and locker room.

Next Steps

Apply to this Warehouse Operative role through this advert. For more information, please contact the industrial team under (phone number removed).

If successful, you will need to complete a digital registration with our agency. Please note that if you haven't been contacted within 7 days of your application, assume you have not been successful at this time. However, your details will be retained for future suitable roles.