Forklift Driver

Driver Hire Edinburgh City; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency in Edinburgh is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver for ongoing work in Seafield. Responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles, organizing stock, and safely operating the forklift. Ideal candidates must hold a valid forklift licence and have prior experience. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and guarantees at least 8 hours of pay per day with no weekend work.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Holiday accrual on every shift (if PAYE)

Minimum 8 hours' pay guaranteed daily

No weekend work

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift.
• Ability to load and unload vehicles safely.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Moving, organising, and storing stock.
• Picking and preparing orders.
• Operating the forklift safely and efficiently.

Skills

Reliable and hardworking

Excellent spatial awareness

Consistent commuting

Education

Valid Counterbalance Forklift (FLT) licence

Job description

Forklift Driver (Counterbalance) - Seafield, Edinburgh Pay: £13.00 - £14.57 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00

Driver Hire Edinburgh City are recruiting a Counterbalance Forklift Driver for one of our valued clients based in the Seafield area.

About the Role:

Hours: 08:00-16:00, Monday to Friday

Duration: Ongoing position with no confirmed end date

Your Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving, organising, and storing stock
• Picking and preparing orders
• Operating the forklift safely and efficiently, with excellent spatial awareness

What We Offer:

Pay Options:

• £12.50 - Standard PAYE (holiday pay accrued separately)
• £14.01 - PAYE Advanced (no holiday pay accrued)

Additional benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Holiday accrual on every shift (if PAYE)
• Minimum 8 hours' pay guaranteed daily
• Monday to Friday only - no weekend work!

What We're Looking For:

• Reliable and hardworking individuals
• Local to Seafield or able to commute consistently
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift (FLT) licence
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift

Why Work with Driver Hire Edinburgh City?

• Immediate starts available (subject to reference checks)
• Join a reputable local agency with a supportive team

For more information, contact Niamh on 0131 624 7711, or click Apply Now to submit your application.