Forklift Driver

Hamilton Woods Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Woods Group is hiring a Counterbalance FLT Operator in Coalville to join a busy manufacturing site. You will operate counterbalance forklifts, load and unload goods, and maintain stock organization while following health and safety procedures.

Experience with FLT in warehouse or manufacturing settings is required, along with a valid Category B1 or B2 licence. The role offers rotating mornings and afternoons and a temporary-to-permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Valid Category B1 or B2 FLT licence is essential.
• Previous forklift experience in warehouse or manufacturing environments.
• Solid understanding of workplace health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a counterbalance forklift to move materials around the site.
• Loading and unloading incoming and outgoing goods accurately and efficiently.
• Moving, organizing and storing stock according to site procedures.
• Completing daily forklift and equipment checks and reporting faults.
• Working in line with all company health and safety procedures.
• Supporting wider warehouse duties when required.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organized working environment.

Skills

FLT licence counterbalance

Job description

Forklift Truck Operator (Counterbalance)

Location: Coalville
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts - mornings and afternoons

A well-established manufacturing business based in Coalville is looking for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Operator to join their team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous FLT experience who is comfortable working in a busy warehouse or manufacturing environment and takes pride in working safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operating a counterbalance forklift to move materials throughout the site
• Loading and unloading incoming and outgoing goods accurately and efficiently
• Moving, organising and storing stock in accordance with site procedures
• Completing daily forklift and equipment checks and reporting any faults or issues
• Working in line with all company health and safety procedures
• Supporting wider warehouse duties when required
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working environment

Requirements

• Valid Category B1 or B2 FLT licence - essential
• Previous forklift experience within a warehouse, manufacturing or similar environment
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures
• Reliable, practical and safety-conscious approach to work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexibility to work rotating morning and afternoon shifts

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