Forklift & Warehouse Operator - 4 on/4 off, 12h Shifts

The Best Connection Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection Group is seeking a FLT Counterbalance Operator for a continental 4 on / 4 off schedule (days and nights) in Shrewsbury. This temporary, ongoing role pays £13.54 per hour, with a pay rise planned for February 2026, and combines forklift duties with general warehousing tasks.

Candidates must hold a valid counterbalance licence, have at least 2 years' forklift experience in a fast-paced warehouse, and be able to work 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid, in-date forklift counterbalance licence.
• Minimum of 2 years' recent experience operating FLT in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to work 12-hour day and night shifts (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) on a continental 4 on / 4 off pattern.
• Comfortable using SAP to log and track stock movements.
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift counterbalance within the warehouse environment.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles and storage areas.
• Move stock to designated locations following warehouse procedures.
• Ensure all forklift operations comply with health and safety standards.
• Pick, pack, and stage products accurately according to orders.
• Assist with stock rotation and inventory management.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Best Connection Group is seeking a FLT Counterbalance Operator for a continental 4 on / 4 off schedule (days and nights) in Shrewsbury. This temporary, ongoing role pays £13.54 per hour, with a pay rise planned for February 2026, and combines forklift duties with general warehousing tasks.

Candidates must hold a valid counterbalance licence, have at least 2 years' forklift experience in a fast-paced warehouse, and be able to work 12-hour shifts.