FLT Counterbalance Driver – Minworth, West Midlands
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join our well-established client based in Minworth, West Midlands. This is a fantastic opportunity for an FLT Counterbalance Driver, offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression.
Shifts
• Monday to Friday
• 13:00 – 22:00
Benefits
• Excellent hourly rates
• Ongoing work
• Weekly pay
• Overtime available
• On-site canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Good public transport links
• Immediate starts available
Day-to-Day Duties
• Operating a counterbalance forklift truck in a safe and responsible manner
• Loading and unloading HGV vehicles, ensuring correct weight distribution and load security
• Scanning and verifying goods against delivery manifests and pallet tracking systems
• Handling and storing palletised freight in line with Pallet Track procedures
• Carrying out daily forklift pre-use checks and reporting defects or mechanical issues immediately
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within the warehouse and yard
• Adhering to all health and safety requirements, including PPE compliance
• Reporting all incidents, hazards, and near misses promptly to the Warehouse Supervisor
• Working collaboratively to meet warehouse and logistics deadlines
• Demonstrating flexibility with working hours, including overtime where required
Essential Skills
• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited)
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift truck
• Good communication skills and ability to multitask
• Strong spatial awareness
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, and punctual
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Desirable Experience
• Previous experience working in a warehouse or logistics environment
Training Provided
• Full site-specific training provided
• Forklift assessment required prior to starting
• Ongoing support throughout the assignment
Apply
If you are ready to take on this opportunity as an FLT Counterbalance Driver, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.