Forklift Counterbalance

The Best Connection; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Dispatch Operative with Forklift Counterbalance Experience in Gillingham. The role involves operating forklifts for loading and unloading metal products, managing dispatch and inventory tasks, and adhering to health and safety guidelines. The ideal candidate should have valid forklift certification and previous experience in a warehouse environment. Competitive pay includes overtime opportunities, with a secure, long-term temp-perm prospect.

Benefits

Competitive pay with daily overtime

Optional weekend overtime

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous Forklift Counterbalance experience is essential.
• Valid Counterbalance licence required.
• Experience handling metal products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift trucks to load and unload metal products.
• Handle goods in and goods out, including booking in deliveries.
• Work in the yard and warehouse ensuring stock is stored safely.

Skills

Forklift Counterbalance experience

Ability to work to deadlines

Team player

Education

Valid Counterbalance licence

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift trucks

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Dispatch Operative (with Forklift Counterbalance Experience)

Location: [Insert Location]

Hours: Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:30 (with overtime paid until 17:00)

Pay: £13 per rate + overtime daily after 14:30n paid at Time and Half

Type: Ongoing role, Temp to Perm

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced metal fabrication and distribution environment. Working in both the warehouse and yard, you''ll play a key role in the movement of goods, ensuring products are safely loaded, unloaded, and prepared for dispatch.

This role offers long-term security and potential earnings through daily and weekend overtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance Forklift trucks to load and unload metal products.
• Handle goods in and goods out, including booking in deliveries and preparing dispatch paperwork.
• Work in the yard and warehouse/factory, ensuring stock is stored safely and organised efficiently.
• Assist with sorting and preparing orders for collections and deliveries.
• Follow health & safety guidelines at all times to ensure safe handling of materials.
• Support wider warehouse and yard duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous Forklift Counterbalance experience is essential (in a warehouse or yard setting).
• Valid Counterbalance licence (expired tickets can be refreshed).
• Experience handling metal products or heavy goods preferred.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a busy environment.
• Good team player with a proactive approach.
• Flexible with overtime availability.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with daily overtime paid after 14:30 until 17:00. Paid at Time and Half
• Optional weekend overtime for extra earnings.
• Secure, long-term role with temp-to-perm opportunity.
• Supportive team environment in a well-established company.

Apply today for immediate consideration and the chance to build a career in a growing industry.