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FLT Counterbalance Driver

Job in Lowton, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1, England, UK
Listing for: Meridian Business Support
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-07-28
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Forklift Operator, Material Handler, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 13.49 - 20.24 GBP Hourly GBP 13.49 20.24 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Lowton

FLT Counterbalance Driver Golborne, Warrington £13.49 per hour + Overtime paid at £20.24 per hour after 40 hours | 4 on, 4 off Days & Nights (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) Weekly Pay | Immediate Starts Available

Meridian Business Support is recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a leading manufacturing operation based in Golborne, Warrington. This is an ongoing temporary opportunity offering a structured shift pattern, regular overtime and weekly pay. With excellent motorway access from the M6, this role is ideal for experienced forklift truck operators seeking long-term work within a fast-paced production environment.

As an FLT Counterbalance Driver, you will be responsible for supporting the efficient movement and control of raw materials across the site to ensure production requirements are met.
Key duties include:

Loading and unloading materials using a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
Delivering raw materials to production areas in line with operational requirements
Supporting stock movement throughout the manufacturing facility
Maintaining high housekeeping standards within warehouse and production areas
Following site health and safety procedures at all times
Working closely with production and warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when required
To be successful in this FLT Counterbalance Driver role, you will need:

A minimum of 2 years' experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
A valid Counterbalance FLT licence
Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, logistics or warehouse environment
A good understanding of health and safety practices
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience as a Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Operator, Materials Handler, Warehouse Operative or Logistics Operative.

Pay & Benefits
£13.49 per hour
Overtime paid at £20.40 per hour after 40 hours worked
4 on, 4 off rotating shift pattern
Days and nights, 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am
Weekly pay
Immediate start available
Free on-site parking
Ongoing temporary assignment with potential for long-term opportunities

This FLT Counterbalance Driver position offers the opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business that values teamwork, safety and operational excellence.

To apply , please submit your CV today.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy
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