Counterbalance Forklift Driver –
needed in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire,
Pay : £13.17 per hour increase to £13.53 with training,
Shifts : 5 days over 7 on a shift rota (Mon-Sat working patterns may apply), Multiple start times from 04:00, 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:
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Operate a counterbalance forklift truck (FLT) to safely check, transport, load and unload goods across chilled warehouse and loading areas.
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Accurately pick and prepare customer orders using order tickets and instructions
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Carry out stock rotation and replenishment to maintain product flow and reduce waste
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Support safe vehicle loading, ensuring orders are present, correctly placed, constrained and secured for transport
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Move goods efficiently within the warehouse while maintaining high safety standards
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Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment across warehouse and yard areas
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Always follow food hygiene and health & safety regulations
Requirements:
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Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
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Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment
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Ability to work in a chilled warehouse environment
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Good attention to detail and strong safety awareness
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Flexibility to support the team when needed
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Physically fit and able to handle heavy lifting
Pay & Benefits:
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Long-term roles with potential for permanent employment
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Once permanent, you’ll receive the company’s full benefits package which will include the following:
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Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
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30 days holiday allowance that increases with length of service
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Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (£500 per referral)
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Cycle to work scheme
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Discounted products and delivery options
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Aviva pension (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)
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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