FLT Counterbalance operative

Posted 5 days 16 hours ago by Gi Group (UK)

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Staffordshire, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B19 1
Job Description

Forklift Counterbalance Driver (PM Shift) - Sheldon/Yardley £12.71 per hour

We're recruiting a skilled Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy operation in Sheldon/Yardley. This is a great opportunity for someone confident on a counterbalance truck who takes pride in safe, accurate handling to minimise damage to stock and equipment.

Pay rate

£12.71 per hour

Shift pattern

Monday to Friday

4:00pm - 12:00am (midnight)

Key responsibilities
  • Operating a counterbalance forklift to move, store and pick stock safely and efficiently
  • Loading containers correctly to maximise space and ensure secure, compliant loads
  • Working accurately to reduce risk of damage to stock, racking and equipment
  • Supporting general warehouse duties as required, keeping the work area clean and safe
What we're looking for
  • Minimum 12 months' counterbalance forklift experience (essential)
  • Confident, competent forklift operator with a strong focus on safety and care
  • Experience using long fork attachments (highly desirable)
  • Good understanding of container loading / space optimisation
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently on a PM shift

Please note this role is 70% Forklift, 30% general warehouse helping with wrapping and preparing parcels for dispatch, keeping areas tidy etc

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