FLT Counterbalance Driver

Empowered Personnel Ltd; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing company in Hinckley is seeking an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver. This hands-on role involves unloading deliveries, order picking, and maintaining the warehouse. A valid FLT Counterbalance Licence is essential. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering stability with a growing company that values career development.

Benefits

Opportunity for internal promotion

Career development support

Long-term stability

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid FLT Counterbalance Licence.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be reliable and hardworking.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries and move stock using FLT equipment.
• Receive goods and check for damage or shortages.
• Order pick and pack items for customer orders.
• Load goods safely for dispatch.
• Carry out local deliveries using the company van.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Keep the warehouse clean and compliant.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong attention to detail

Team player

Good communication skills

Basic literacy

Basic numeracy

Education

Externally accredited FLT Counterbalance Licence

Job description

Position: FLT Counterbalance Driver
Contract Type: Temp to Perm (leading to a Permanent role)
Salary: £13.65 per hour (£30,158 per annum when perm)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 17:00
Location: Hinckley

Empowered Personnel is currently recruiting for an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a thriving and expanding company based at their warehouse in Hinckley. This is a hands on, varied Goods In/Goods Out FLT role that involves operating an FLT C/B Truck to unload trailers, move pallets into designated locations and support general warehouse duties. When not on the FLT, you will be required to order pick, scan and print labels, and assist with general despatch duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Unloading deliveries and moving stock using FLT equipment
• Receiving goods and checking for damage or shortages
• Order picking and packing items for customer orders
• Loading goods safely for dispatch
• Carrying out local deliveries using the company van
• Stock control using handheld scanners and internal systems
• Maintaining accurate records and paperwork
• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy, and health & safety compliant

Candidate Requirements

• Externally accredited FLT Counterbalance Licence (essential)
• Positive attitude, reliable, and hardworking
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on safety
• Able to remain calm and productive in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Willing to use initiative and take responsibility for tasks
• Basic literacy and numeracy

Why Join This Company?

You'll be part of a supportive and hardworking team that values internal promotion and career development. This Temp-to-Perm opportunity offers long-term stability with a business that's growing rapidly. If you're looking for a company where you can take pride in your work, contribute to a team, and progress in your career this is the role for you.

For further information, please call Empowered Personnel on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)