FLT Counterbalance Driver

GXO Logistics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a full-time, permanent role in a fast-paced environment. This position offers guaranteed hours, allowing for a perfect work/life balance. You'll be responsible for operating a Counterbalance FLT, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and assisting with various warehouse tasks. With competitive pay and benefits, including access to a learning platform and a company pension scheme, this role is ideal for those looking to advance their career while enjoying a stable work schedule. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of supply chain solutions!

Benefits

28 days of holiday pay

Company sponsored pension scheme

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Access to MyBenefits platform

Admission to GXO University

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Counterbalance FLT license.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance FLT to load vehicles for delivery.
• Follow safety protocols and accurately record consignments.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT operation

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Valid Counterbalance FLT license

Job description

Are you an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver available for an immediate start? Do you want a job with guaranteed hours each week, giving you the perfect work/life balance?

At GXO, we are currently recruiting full-time, permanent Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our fast-paced cross-dock operation in Avonmouth.

You will work a Sunday to Thursday shift pattern from 13:00 to 21:00, providing you with consistent hours and a stable work schedule.

Pay, benefits and more:

• An annual salary of £27,300.00
• 28 days of holiday pay
• A company sponsored pension scheme
• A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform, offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
• Admission to GXO University, our online learning platform enabling you to achieve your career aspirations!

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Operate a Counterbalance FLT to load vehicles for delivery by dray crews
• Handle products in accordance with correct procedures
• Follow all safety protocols and working practices, including reporting accidents and incidents
• Accurately record the number of consignments on paperwork
• Assist with various warehouse and transport tasks, including data entry on spreadsheets, completing returns sheets, H&S reports, and scanning paperwork

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Valid Counterbalance FLT license (essential)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player who works well with others

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.