FLT Counterbalance Driver

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our client's warehouse team in Loughborough on a long-term basis. The role involves a 60/40 split between forklift driving and general warehouse duties in a busy environment.

You will safely move stock, load and unload goods, and support yard operations while maintaining high safety standards. A Bendi licence is a plus but not essential.

Qualifications

• Valid counterbalance forklift licence, valid for at least 12 months.
• Experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse setting.
• Able to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Safety-conscious with good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklift safely to move stock around the warehouse and yard.
• Load, unload and pick/pack orders.
• Move, organise and store stock in designated areas.
• Support recycling duties and maintain a clean workspace.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

Forklift operation experience

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

General warehouse duties

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our client's team on a long-term basis with the opportunity for ongoing work. This is a varied, hands‑on role involving a 60/40 split between counterbalance forklift driving and general warehouse duties. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe movement of goods, loading and unloading, and supporting the wider warehouse and yard operations. Candidates who also hold a Bendi forklift licence are welcome to apply, although this is not essential for the role but desrired.

Pay Rate: £13.20 per hour

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:15 - 16:30 (37.5 hours per week)

Contract: Long-term ongoing opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently to move stock and materials around the warehouse and yard.
• Ensuring goods are handled safely and securely.
• Carrying out general warehouse duties, including picking and packing orders.
• Moving, organising, and storing stock in designated areas.
• Supporting yard operations and maintaining an organised working environment.
• Assisting with recycling duties and the appropriate handling of recyclable materials.
• Carrying out manual handling tasks as required.
• Checking stock and ensuring goods are stored and moved correctly.
• Following all health and safety procedures and safe operating practices.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe warehouse and yard environment.
• Working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of daily operations.

What We're Looking For

• A valid, externally accredited Counterbalance forklift licence.
• A licence that has been valid for at least 12 months.
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse or industrial environment.
• The ability to work confidently in a role split between forklift driving and general warehouse duties.
• Experience with picking, packing, loading, and unloading.
• A reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious attitude.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• A flexible approach to warehouse, yard, and recycling duties.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Advantage

Candidates holding a Bendi forklift licence alongside their Counterbalance licence are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

• Long-term work with the opportunity for ongoing employment.
• A varied role combining forklift operation and general warehouse responsibilities.
• An opportunity to utilise and develop your warehouse and material-handling skills.

If you are an experienced Counterbalance Driver looking for a stable, weekday opportunity and are happy to support general warehouse and yard duties, we would love to hear from you.