Counterbalance Forklift Driver –
needed in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire,
Pay : £13.17 per hour increase with training,
Shifts : 5 days over 7 on a shift rota (Mon-Sat working patterns may apply), Multiple start times from 05:00, 12 Week Temp to Perm opportunity, Immediate start.
We are currently recruiting for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy
chilled warehouse environment.
This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering stable hours, ongoing training, and the potential for pay increases as skills and training develop.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate a counterbalance forklift truck (FLT) to safely check, transport, load and unload goods across chilled warehouse and loading areas. Accurately pick and prepare customer orders using order tickets and instructions Carry out stock rotation and replenishment to maintain product flow and reduce waste Support safe vehicle loading, ensuring orders are present, correctly placed, constrained and secured for transport Move goods efficiently within the warehouse while maintaining high safety standards Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment across warehouse and yard areas Always follow food hygiene and health & safety regulations
Requirements:
Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment Ability to work in a chilled warehouse environment Good attention to detail and strong safety awareness Flexibility to support the team when needed Physically fit and able to handle heavy lifting
Pay & Benefits:
Long-term roles with potential for permanent employment Once permanent, you’ll receive the company’s full benefits package which will include the following:
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities 30 days holiday allowance that increases with length of service Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (£500 per referral) Cycle to work scheme Discounted products and delivery options Aviva pension (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions) Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health (claim back eligible medical costs)
Interested?
Apply online today or visit us at: Pertemps Gloucester Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ, Open Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 Call us for more information: 01452 507500