Forklift Operative

All Square Recruitment Ltd; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

All Square Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Warehouse Operative with Counterbalance FLT licence for a fast-growing e-commerce business in Haverhill. This temp-to-perm role offers a stable path with progression as the company expands across sites.

Role requires a valid Counterbalance forklift licence and UK driving licence. You will work Mon-Fri, 8:00am–5:00pm, with potential to move to permanent employment. Competitive hourly rate and on-site parking available.

Qualifications

• A valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift licence is essential.
• A full, valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in a warehouse, logistics or e-commerce environment is desirable.
• Willingness to perform heavy lifting as part of the role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication, reliability and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with goods-in processing, checking deliveries for accuracy and quality.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely around the warehouse and yard.
• Occasionally drive a forklift on public roads to move stock between sites.
• Move, load and unload stock between multiple warehouse locations in the local area.
• Carry out general warehouse duties, including picking, packing and stock organisation.
• Undertake heavy lifting as part of daily duties with proper manual handling.
• Maintain accurate stock records and support inventory control processes.
• Work collaboratively with the wider warehouse team to meet targets.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines to keep the environment safe and tidy.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift licence

UK driving licence

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

Warehouse Operative – Counterbalance FLT (Temp to Perm)

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Key Details

• Job Type / Contract: Temp to Perm
• Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
• Category: Warehouse / Logistics
• Salary / Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
• Shift / Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

About The Role

All Square Recruitment is excited to partner with a fast-growing, multi‑site e-commerce company based in Haverhill, Suffolk, to recruit a dedicated Warehouse Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, expanding business on a temp‑to‑perm basis, with genuine long‑term stability and the chance to grow as the company continues to scale across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the efficient processing of goods‑in, checking deliveries for accuracy and quality.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and confidently around the warehouse and yard.
• Drive a forklift on public roads on occasion to move stock between the company's warehouse sites, in line with all road safety requirements.
• Move, load, and unload stock between multiple warehouse locations in the local area.
• Carry out general warehouse duties, including picking, packing, and organising stock.
• Undertake heavy lifting as part of daily duties, following correct manual handling procedures.
• Maintain accurate stock records and support inventory control processes.
• Work collaboratively with the wider warehouse team to meet daily targets and deadlines.
• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines, keeping the working environment safe and tidy.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• A valid, in‑date Counterbalance Forklift licence is essential.
• A full, valid UK driving licence is essential, as the role involves driving a forklift on public roads between sites.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or e‑commerce environment is highly desirable.
• Willingness and ability to carry out heavy lifting as part of the role.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, reliability, and a strong work ethic.

Benefits & Working Environment

• £13.00 per hour.
• Clear temp‑to‑perm pathway with a growing, multi‑site e‑commerce employer.
• Consistent Monday to Friday hours, 8:00am – 5:00pm (no weekend work).
• Free on‑site parking and an accessible location in Haverhill, Suffolk.
• Opportunity to join a fast‑growing company with expanding sites across the area.