Overview
Reference
YF84hFL05 Salary
£13.45 - £13.45/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South West England -- Somerset -- Bridgwater Job Type
Contract Posted
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Counterbalance & Reach Forklift Operator – Freezer Environment
Location
Bridgwater, Somerset
Contract Type
Full-time | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Hours
Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00
37.5 hours per week initially
Successful candidates may be offered a permanent contract of 45.5 hours per week.
Salary
£13.45 per hour Permanent contract salary approximately £32,000 per year
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance & Reach Forklift Operator to join a busy freezer warehouse operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and motivated candidate looking for long-term employment with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
The role involves operating forklift trucks within a freezer environment, carrying out full pallet movements, and supporting customer order picking when required. Heated cab trucks are provided for operator comfort.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operating Counterbalance and Reach forklifts safely and efficiently
2. Moving full pallets within the freezer warehouse
3. Loading, unloading, and relocating stock
4. Carrying out case picking for selected customer orders
5. Completing stock movements accurately using warehouse procedures
6. Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
7. Supporting general warehouse duties where required
Requirements
8. Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
9. Valid Reach Forklift Licence
10. Previous experience working in a warehouse or freezer environment preferred
11. Good attention to detail and accuracy
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
13. Reliable, punctual and safety conscious
14. Comfortable working in a cold-storage environment
What’s on Offer
15. Monday to Friday working schedule
16. Heated cab forklift trucks provided
17. Long-term opportunity with temp-to-perm potential
18. Permanent contract opportunity with increased hours
19. Annual salary around £32,000 once permanent
20. Supportive warehouse team environment
Allocation Number: INDTB