Forklift Driver

Pertemps; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver in Hereford. This role offers an immediate start with a competitive pay of £13.17ph plus a monthly shift allowance. Candidates should possess a valid external Counterbalance licence and have forklift experience. The position involves operating forklift trucks, supporting production tasks, and ensuring safety protocols. Opportunity for full-time employment after successful temporary period.

Benefits

Overtime available at enhanced rates

Excellent pension & life assurance (x4 salary)

Quarterly bonus

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free parking

Paid training (6–12 weeks)

Qualifications

• Valid external Counterbalance licence required, must be dated within last 3 years.
• Previous experience in forklift operation or warehouse/production preferable.
• Ability to pass drug & alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move stock and materials.
• Support production with loading/unloading tasks.
• Carry out checks to ensure safe use of equipment.
• Assist with machine operations and quality checks.

Skills

Good English & numeracy skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Valid external Counterbalance licence (RTITB/ITSSAR accredited)

Job description

Overview

Counterbalance Forklift Driver – Immediate Start – Hereford, paying £13.17ph + £290 monthly shift allowance (total £14.87 per hour including monthly shift allowance) + Overtime + Excellent Benefits. Working Monday to Friday on 3 rotating shifts.

Our client, a world-leading manufacturer in Hereford, is looking for Counterbalance Forklift Drivers with a valid external licence (dated within the last 3 years). This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term temporary work with high earning potential, full training, and genuine career progression. Full-time contracts may be available for the right candidate following a successful 12-week temporary period.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move stock and materials
• Support production with loading/unloading tasks
• Carry out checks to ensure safe use of equipment
• Assist with machine operations, quality checks, and general production tasks
• Work effectively as part of a supportive, safety-first team

What You Need

• Valid external Counterbalance licence (RTITB/ITSSAR accredited, dated within last 3 years) – essential
• Previous forklift or warehouse/production experience
• Good English & numeracy skills
• Reliability, adaptability, and attention to detail
• Willingness to work rotating shifts
• Ability to pass drug & alcohol testing

Shifts (weekly rotation)

• Monday to Friday
• Days: 06:00–14:00
• Afternoons: 14:00–22:00
• Nights: 22:00–06:00

Pay & Perks

• £13.17ph + £290 monthly shift allowance (Combined rate including monthly shift allowance £14.87)
• Overtime available at enhanced rates
• Excellent pension & life assurance (x4 salary)
• Quarterly bonus & cycle-to-work scheme
• Free parking & 6–12 weeks paid training

Apply Now – send your CV or call Pertemps Gloucester Industrial on 01452 507500. Visit us: Pertemps, Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ (Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00)