Forklift Truck Driver (Counterbalance)

NW Recruitment Services Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is seeking an experienced FLT Driver to operate counterbalance trucks in Tarleton. Candidates must hold valid RTITB or ITSAAR licences and have experience handling double height pallets. The role includes routine safety checks, efficient operation, and communication with warehouse staff. Offering £14.00 per hour with various shift patterns available.

Qualifications

• Valid and current Counterbalance FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR).
• Proven stack height experience: able to stack double pallets up to three layers high.
• Strong awareness of health, safety and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance truck safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine FLT safety checks and maintenance inspections.
• Coordinate effectively with warehouse and yard staff.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT operation

Health and safety awareness

Effective communication

Education

Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR)

Tools

Counterbalance truck

Job description

Overview

Role: FLT Driver (Counterbalance); Location: Tarleton, Lancashire, PR4.

Shifts

• 1 x Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday each week (7am - 6pm)
• 1 x Thursday, Friday, Saturday of each week (7am - 6pm)
• Alternative shifts available (should the above be unsuitable): Monday to Friday (10am - 6pm)
• From 10 September, additional hours are available on Sunday each week for all shifts above (7am - 6pm)

Shifts that are currently available include breaks on shifts from 7am - 6pm: 20 minutes AM, 20 minutes PM, 15 minutes towards 5pm plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Salary

Salary for all shifts: £14.00 per hour, weekly pay (on Friday, for previous weeks hours).

Employer

NW Recruitment are working with an established business who are seeking an experienced FLT Driver holding valid Counterbalance licences (RTITB or ITSAAR) to operate at their busy warehousing and distribution facility in Tarleton.

The position is suited to candidates with experience stacking double height pallets indoors and outdoors.

Key responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance truck (RTITB or ITSAAR certified) safely and efficiently
• Handle loads of up to 3 tonnes (double pallet stacked), lifting empty pallet / crates between 6.6 - 8.8m in height
• Conduct both indoor and outdoor FLT operations, navigating safely around a high-traffic yard
• Stack and retrieve pallets accurately and securely at height, adhering to safe stacking protocols
• Perform routine FLT safety checks and maintenance inspections before each shift
• Ensure working areas remain clean, hazard-free, and compliant with health & safety regulations
• Coordinate effectively with warehouse and yard staff to maintain operational flow
• Effectively communicate with management on any identified risks or issues
• Picking & Sorting duties (grading machine) where work on FLT has been completed

Essential requirements

• Valid and current Counterbalance FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR)
• Proven stack height experience: able to stack double pallets up to three layers high (6.6–8.8m reach)
• Comfortable lifting and manoeuvring loads of up to 3.0 tonnes
• Strong awareness of health, safety and emergency procedures in busy environments
• A professional attitude, reliability, and ability to work allocated days

Desirable attributes

• Previous experience in handling and manoeuvring fragile items
• JCB rough terrain Telehandler experience and certificate desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of HSE guidelines and standard warehouse / yard risk
• Confident and effective communication with site teams and supervisors

How to apply

Apply with your CV now to submit your interest or contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today:

• WhatsApp: [phone]
• Tel: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail] (CV and FLT Licences by email)