Forklift Driver (Counterbalance)

Saffron Vantage Ltd.; Ely; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site gym

Private medical insurance and digital

Annual leave entitlement increasing

Salary sacrifice annual leave

Employee discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work scheme

Career progression and development

Additional company benefits

Job summary

Saffron Vantage Ltd. is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver (Counterbalance) for a permanent, late-shift role based in the Ely area. You will handle loading and unloading, stock movement, order picking, and maintaining accurate stock records.

The role requires a valid counterbalance forklift licence, prior warehouse experience, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. Competitive hourly rate and permanent contract are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is essential.
• A valid counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Confident operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within the business.

Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries and check goods for any damage or discrepancies.
• Move stock safely around the warehouse, both manually and using a counterbalance forklift.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Load goods by forklift, ensuring orders are ready for dispatch.
• Maintain accurate stock records and complete relevant paperwork.
• Keep the warehouse clean, tidy and organised.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Support the wider warehouse and logistics team as required.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Counterbalance forklift licence

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent working

Heavy lifting

Job description

Saffron Vantage is recruiting a Forklift Driver (Counterbalance) for a permanent, late-shift position in the Ely area. Our client is a well-established business supplying products across the UK.

Main Responsibilities:

• Receive deliveries and check goods for any damage or discrepancies.
• Move stock safely around the warehouse, both manually and using a counterbalance forklift.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Load goods by forklift, ensuring orders are ready for dispatch.
• Maintain accurate stock records and complete relevant paperwork.
• Keep the warehouse clean, tidy and organised.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Support the wider warehouse and logistics team as required.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous warehouse experience is essential.
• A valid counterbalance forklift licence is essential.
• Confident operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within the business.

This role would suit an experienced Forklift Driver who takes pride in their work, works well within a team and is looking for a stable, permanent position with opportunities for career progression.

Hourly Rate and Working Hours

• Pay rate: £14.15 per hour.
• Overtime: Enhanced overtime rates available.
• Working days: Monday to Friday.
• Shift: 15:30–00:00.
• Location: Ely area.
• Contract: Permanent.

Benefits:

• Free on-site gym.
• Private medical insurance and access to a digital GP service.
• Annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service.
• Additional annual leave through a salary sacrifice scheme.
• Employee discount platform.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Bike to Work scheme.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
• Additional company benefits.