Forklift Driver

Driver Hire Southend & Basildon; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics recruiter as a Forklift Counterbalance Driver in a stable and supportive environment. This role offers a great opportunity for long-term work with a professional team, where you'll operate a forklift to manage stock and assist with warehouse duties. Enjoy the potential for a permanent position after a successful temporary period. If you're a reliable team player with a strong work ethic, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Counterbalance Licence is required.
• Strong work ethic and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles and move stock around the site.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Counterbalance Licence

Job description

Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist logistics recruiter, providing a wide range of drivers and non-driving staff to organisations throughout the UK.

With over 40 years of experience and a nationwide network of over 100 offices, we offer a full range of recruitment services - temporary and permanent positions, driving work and logistics jobs.

We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Counterbalance Driver to join a busy and well-established company on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for long-term work in a stable and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a counterbalance forklift truck to move goods, load and unload deliveries, and assist with general warehouse or yard duties as required. You'll be part of a team that works together to ensure smooth operations and timely handling of stock and materials.



Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently


• Loading and unloading vehicles


• Moving stock and materials around the site


• Assisting with general duties such as tidying, packing, or basic maintenance


• Following health and safety procedures at all times

Requirements:

• Valid Forklift Counterbalance Licence


• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic


• Ability to start between 5:00 AM and 7:00 AM and work a 9.5-hour shift


• Good time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure


• Strong team player with a positive attitude


• PPE is required (e.g., safety boots, high-vis, gloves)

This role offers the potential for a permanent position after a successful temporary period. If you're ready to join a professional team and grow within a forward-thinking company, we'd love to hear from you.