Forklift Counterbalance Driver

Personnel Solutions (Midlands) Limited; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

PS Ltd in Mansfield is seeking experienced FLT Counterbalance Drivers for a full-time role in a busy manufacturing and distribution operation. You will operate counterbalance forklifts, load/unload deliveries, and move goods between production, storage, and dispatch areas.

The role requires a valid FLT Counterbalance licence, prior forklift experience in warehouse/manufacturing settings, and a reliable, team-oriented attitude working on rotating shifts (Morning, Afternoon, Night).

Qualifications

• Valid FLT Counterbalance licence is essential.
• Previous Counterbalance forklift experience within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance forklift trucks safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles and deliveries.
• Transporting raw materials and finished products between production, storage and dispatch areas.
• Stacking, storing and organising goods safely within the warehouse.
• Supplying production lines with materials as required.
• Completing daily forklift safety checks and reporting any faults.
• Supporting general warehouse and distribution operations.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment while following all health and safety procedures.

Skills

FLT Counterbalance licence

Forklift experience

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

PS Ltd are currently recruiting experienced FLT Counterbalance Drivers to join a busy, well-established manufacturing and distribution operation based in Mansfield.

This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals looking for full-time work within a fast-paced industrial environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance forklift trucks safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles and deliveries.
• Transporting raw materials and finished products between production, storage and dispatch areas.
• Stacking, storing and organising goods safely within the warehouse.
• Supplying production lines with materials as required.
• Completing daily forklift safety checks and reporting any faults.
• Supporting general warehouse and distribution operations.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment while following all health and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Valid FLT Counterbalance licence - essential.
• Previous Counterbalance forklift experience within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working rotating shifts.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday - Three Rotating Shifts

• Morning: 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Afternoon: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Night: 10:00pm - 6:00am

Pay Rate: £13.50 - £15.13 per hour