Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Forklift Driver – Chilled Warehouse

Location:

Tewkesbury

Hours:

Minimum 37.5 hours per week, 5 days over 7 on a shift rota

Shift Times:
Multiple start times from 05:00

Overtime:
Paid at 1.25x standard rate after 40 hours

Counterbalance forklift drivers will join our busy Chilled Warehouse team at our main Tewkesbury Depot. The role includes operating forklifts on the factory floor, glass fridge, chilled warehouse, and external loading bays to transport goods safely, accurately and on time.

In this hands‑on role you work closely with the Chilled Warehouse Team Leaders and Supervisors, liaising with multiple departments to maintain the smooth flow of our distribution operations. We operate the latest electric forklift trucks with pre‑use check systems, card‑based operator access, 360‑degree cabs, heated seats, and integrated safety systems. The facility opened in 2025.

• Operate forklifts to check, transport, and unload goods safely and efficiently.
• Assist operatives with picking orders, stock rotation, and replenishment.
• Maintain cleanliness in the yard and warehouse to ensure a safe working environment.
• Comply with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Assist with loading and unloading lorries when required.

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (renewed within the last 3 years).
• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.
• Positive attitude, reliable, and able to work flexibly to meet deadlines.
• Numeracy skills and an understanding of health & safety best practices.
• Experience in dairy or food production is desirable but not essential.

• Manual handling is required, and strict hygiene rules apply.
• Only one solid wedding band is permitted; no earrings, studs, bracelets, necklaces, makeup, strong perfumes, or deodorants in production areas.
• Due to shift times, reliable transport to Tewkesbury is required.

• On‑site training and refresher forklift courses.
• PPT training, NVQs, and the Cotteswold Academy development programme.
• Career pathways include roles such as Team Leader and Supervisor.