Forklift Driver Counterbalance

Workchain; Patchway; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Workchain in Patchway is seeking a reliable Forklift Driver – Counterbalance for a permanent daytime role. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, load and move materials, and keep stock accurately arranged on site.

You must have a valid counterbalance forklift licence, a strong safety mindset, and good teamwork and communication to meet daily site requirements. This is a permanent day shift with pay of £15 per hour, and a supportive local employer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift
• A valid counterbalance forklift licence or certificate
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety
• Ability to move materials carefully and accurately
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a positive approach to work
• Physical ability to carry out the requirements of a warehouse or yard-based role

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
• Load, unload and move materials around the site
• Position stock accurately in designated areas
• Support goods-in and goods-out activities
• Carry out routine equipment checks and report any issues
• Follow site safety procedures and maintain a tidy working area
• Work cooperatively with colleagues to meet daily operational requirements

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Forklift licence

Health & safety

Material handling

Team player

Punctual

Communication

Job description

Forklift Driver – Counterbalance

Location: Patchway

Pay: £15 per hour

Job type: Permanent

Shift: Days

Category: Industrial

About the company

The company works in education, playground design and build, creating outdoor spaces and facilities for children and communities. Its work includes imaginative and active play equipment, outdoor classrooms, sports areas, surfacing, inspections and maintenance. The company’s products and services are designed to support safe, engaging outdoor environments.

Key responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently


• Load, unload and move materials around the site


• Position stock accurately in designated areas


• Support goods-in and goods-out activities


• Carry out routine equipment checks and report any issues


• Follow site safety procedures and maintain a tidy working area


• Work cooperatively with colleagues to meet daily operational requirements

Skills and qualifications

• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift


• A valid counterbalance forklift licence or certificate


• Good awareness of workplace health and safety


• Ability to move materials carefully and accurately


• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working as part of a team


• Good communication skills and a positive approach to work


• Physical ability to carry out the requirements of a warehouse or yard-based role

This role would suit a dependable forklift operator looking for a permanent daytime position with a local employer. Applicants should be safety-conscious, organised and able to work consistently in a busy industrial environment.