FLT Counterbalance Driver

Interaction Recruitment Group; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced forklift driver to join a busy transport operation in the UK. The role includes operating Counterbalance or Reach forklifts, loading/unloading vehicles, and moving pallets within the warehouse and yard.

You must hold a valid forklift licence, have previous forklift experience, and be ready for an immediate start. Monday to Friday, 7:00am–6:00pm, £13.00 per hour and benefits if applicable.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Counterbalance or Reach forklift licence.
• Previous forklift experience required.
• Experience within a transport, logistics or warehouse environment preferred.
• Good awareness of health and safety.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking; immediate start available.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance or Reach forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Moving and storing pallets and goods within the warehouse/yard.
• Loading goods ready for delivery and collection.
• Assisting with the safe movement of freight and transport equipment.
• Checking goods for damage and reporting any issues.
• Ensuring loads are secure and handled safely.
• Keeping the warehouse and loading areas clean and organised.
• Following all health & safety procedures.
• Working closely with drivers, warehouse staff and transport teams.
• Carrying out other general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Forklift experience

Health and safety awareness

Reliable and punctual

Immediate start available

Education

Valid Counterbalance or Reach forklift licence

Job description

FORKLIFT DRIVER - IMMEDIATE START

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance or Reach Forklift Driver to join our busy transport company.

£13.00 per hour
Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 6:00pm
1-hour break
Immediate start available

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance or Reach forklifts safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving and storing pallets and goods within the warehouse/yard
• Loading goods ready for delivery and collection
• Assisting with the safe movement of freight and transport equipment
• Checking goods for damage and reporting any issues
• Ensuring loads are secure and handled safely
• Keeping the warehouse and loading areas clean and organised
• Following all health & safety procedures
• Working closely with drivers, warehouse staff and transport teams
• Carrying out other general warehouse duties as required

Requirements

• Must hold a valid Counterbalance or Reach forklift licence
• Previous forklift experience required
• Experience within a transport, logistics or warehouse environment preferred
• Good awareness of health and safety
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Available for an immediate start