Counterbalance Driver

Hours:

Minimum 37.5 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (Mon–Sat)
Shift start times:
From 04:00–09:00 (multiple start times)

* Weekdays: 04:00, 05:00, 06:00, 07:00, 08:00, 09:00

* Saturday: 04:00, 05:00, 06:00, 07:00
   Operatives must commit to all shifts. Shifts vary based on production needs and do not follow a fixed early/late pattern.

Pay: £13.17 per hour, increasing with training
Overtime:
Paid at 1.25x after 40 hours

Key responsibilities

* Operate a counterbalance FLT to move, load and unload goods safely

* Pick and prepare customer orders accurately

* Carry out stock rotation and replenishment

* Ensure vehicles are loaded correctly, safely and securely

* Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety and housekeeping

* Work collaboratively across warehouse, production and distribution teams

About you

* Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (renewed within last 3 years)

* FLT experience in warehouse, FMCG, chilled food or production environments

* Accurate, reliable and flexible with good attention to detail

* Comfortable working variable shifts and tight deadlines

* Confident working independently and as part of a team

Desirable:
Dairy/FMCG experience, PPT experience, strong H&S knowledge

Additional information

* Manual handling required; strict food hygiene standards apply

* Jewellery/cosmetics restrictions in production areas

* Reliable transport required due to early starts

* Forklift licence must be uploaded during application