FLT Counterbalance Driver - Night Shift

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Meir Heath; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing, long-term work

Immediate starts available

Full site training provided

Friendly working environment

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is seeking experienced Counterbalance FLT drivers for a busy warehouse in Stoke-on-Trent. The role offers 4 on 4 off nights, training on site, and a temp-to-perm pathway with immediate starts.

Shifts are 6:00pm–6:00am with full site training provided and a supportive working environment. A valid in-date Counterbalance FLT licence is required, with preference for prior experience.

Qualifications

• Valid external Counterbalance FLT licence.
• Licence must be in date.
• Previous Counterbalance FLT experience preferred.
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts on a 4 on 4 off rota.
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety practices.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a Counterbalance forklift truck within a busy warehouse environment.
• Loading, unloading, and moving stock accurately and efficiently.
• Handling large household appliances, including washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigerators, and other white goods.
• Completing daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects.
• Supporting stock control and warehouse operations.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Following all health and safety and site procedures at all times.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT driving

Job description

Location: Meir, ST3
Pay Rate: £14.29 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off
Hours: 6:00pm - 6:00am (Night Shift)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temp to Perm Position

Our client is seeking experienced and reliable Counterbalance FLT Drivers to join their busy warehouse operation in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking for ongoing work with a well-established employer in the logistics and distribution sector.

What's on Offer?

• £14.29 per hour
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern
• Ongoing, long-term work
• Immediate starts available
• Full site training provided
• Friendly and supportive working environment

Training Information

Before joining the night shift team, all successful candidates will complete site training.

• The first 4 shifts will be completed on day shifts (6:00am - 4:00pm)
• Training dates will be confirmed based on trainer availability
• Following successful completion of training, you will move onto the permanent night shift pattern

The Role

As a Counterbalance FLT Driver, your responsibilities will include:

• Safely operating a Counterbalance forklift truck within a busy warehouse environment
• Loading, unloading, and moving stock accurately and efficiently
• Handling large household appliances, including washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigerators, and other white goods
• Completing daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects
• Supporting stock control and warehouse operations
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site
• Following all health and safety and site procedures at all times

Requirements

• Valid external Counterbalance FLT licence
• Licence must be in date
• Previous Counterbalance FLT experience preferred
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts on a 4 on 4 off rota
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety practices
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team