Forklift Driver – Counterbalance

Pertemps Bond; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate starts

Progression opportunities

Full-time hours

Job summary

Pertemps Bond in Foston is hiring Counterbalance Forklift Drivers for a major logistics operation. Immediate inductions and starts are available with regular, ongoing work and clear progression opportunities.

We require a valid Counterbalance forklift licence, prior warehouse experience, and the ability to work rotating or fixed shifts. Strong numeracy and literacy, reliability, and teamwork are essential. Shift options include nights, afternoons, and earlies with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Counterbalance forklift licence (valid)
• Experience in warehouse/logistics environment
• Flexibility to work rotating or fixed shifts
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trailers safely and efficiently
• Moving and handling stock throughout the warehouse
• Conducting quality inspections
• Using RF scanning equipment
• Supporting stock control and rotation
• Following all warehouse health and safety procedures
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment

Education

Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence

Job description

Forklift Driver – Counterbalance
Location: Foston
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate starts available
Pay: £14.36 – £16.98 per hour, depending on shift pattern
We are currently recruiting Counterbalance Forklift Drivers to join a major logistics operation based in Foston.
We have immediate inductions and starts available, with regular, ongoing work and excellent opportunities for progression.
Current and expired forklift licences will be considered.

• Loading and unloading trailers safely and efficiently
• Moving and handling stock throughout the warehouse
• Conducting quality inspections
• Using RF scanning equipment
• Supporting stock control and rotation
• Following all warehouse health and safety procedures
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment

The successful candidate will have:

• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence; expired licences may also be considered
• Previous experience working in a warehouse or logistics environment
• The flexibility to work rotating or fixed shifts
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• A strong work ethic and reliable approach to attendance
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Shift Patterns & Pay
3-Shift Rotation – £15.32 per hour

• Nights: 10:00pm – 6:00am
• Afternoons: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
• Earlies: 6:00am – 2:00pm

Fixed Nights – £16.98 per hour

• 10:00pm – 6:00am

Fixed Early & Afternoon Shifts – £14.36 per hour

• 6:00am – 2:00pm
• 2:00pm – 10:00pm

Why Apply?

• Immediate inductions and starts
• Full-time hours
• Competitive hourly rates
• Opportunities for progression