Nights Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Pertemps Maidstone; Headcorn; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Maidstone in Headcorn, Kent is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver for a permanent night shift role starting immediately. This temporary-to-permanent opportunity supports goods movement in a busy warehouse and yard, with responsibilities to load/unload, move stock and operate PPT equipment.

The ideal candidate holds a valid counterbalance licence, has night-shift reliability, and own transport, with strong safety awareness to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Previous experience as Counterbalance Forklift Driver.
• PPT experience and safety awareness.
• Own transport is essential due to the location and night shift hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Move stock within warehouse and external yard.
• Use PPT equipment.
• Support goods-in and goods-out processes.
• Stock movement and pallet handling.

Skills

Forklift experience

Night shift capable

Reliability

Tools

Counterbalance forklift licence

PPT experience

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver - NIGHT SHIFT ONLY - Immediate Start Available

Location:Headcorn, Near Maidstone, Kent

Pay:£15.50 per hour PAYE via Pertemps

Shift:Monday to Friday - 23:00 - 07:00

Contract:Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse and logistics operation based in Headcorn, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable Counterbalance Forklift Driver seeking a long-term night shift role with the potential to secure a permanent position. The successful Counterbalance Forklift Driver will be working within a fast-paced warehouse and yard environment, supporting the movement of goods and stock throughout the operation.

Duties

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock throughout the warehouse and external yard
• Using PPT (Powered Pallet Truck) equipment
• Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations
• Stock movement and pallet handling

Requirements

• Valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Previous experience as a Counterbalance Forklift Driver
• PPT (Powered Pallet Truck) experience
• Good awareness of warehouse health and safety procedures
• Own transport is essential due to the location and night shift hours
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently