Reliable Counterbalance Forklift Driver – Day Shift (Permanent)

Workchain; Yate; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £14.25

Permanent role

Day shifts

Weekly pay

Local exposure

Job summary

Workchain is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their Yate site on a permanent, day-shift basis. You will safely operate a counterbalance forklift, load/unload vehicles, and support warehouse operations in a busy logistics environment.

The role requires a valid forklift licence, prior counterbalance experience, good health and safety awareness, and reliability. Teamwork, physical fitness, and clear communication are essential, with paid weekly on Wednesdays.

Qualifications

• A valid counterbalance forklift licence or recognised qualification.
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse, depot or logistics environment.
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
• Physically fit enough to carry out the duties of the role.
• Good communication skills and a responsible approach to equipment and goods.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck.
• Load and unload vehicles and move goods around the site.
• Store products correctly and support efficient warehouse operations.
• Complete routine equipment checks and report any issues.
• Follow site safety procedures and manual-handling requirements.
• Keep work areas organised and help maintain accurate stock movements.
• Work effectively with colleagues to meet daily operational requirements.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift experience

Health & safety awareness

Team player

Reliable & punctual

Physical fitness

Good communication

Job description

Workchain is seeking an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their Yate site on a permanent, day-shift basis. You will safely operate a counterbalance forklift, load/unload vehicles, and support warehouse operations in a busy logistics environment.

The role requires a valid forklift licence, prior counterbalance experience, good health and safety awareness, and reliability. Teamwork, physical fitness, and clear communication are essential, with paid weekly on Wednesdays.