Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver (Counterbalance) – Temp to Perm
Location: Wednesbury
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Role Overview
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and flexible Warehouse Operative with a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence to join a busy warehouse and stores environment. This is a 6-month temporary role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
This position involves a mix of warehouse duties, FLT driving, and occasional 3.5t van driving across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
* Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move heavy stock and crates
* Working within the stores area, handling and organising stock
* Moving and handling cast iron cookers (heavy lifting involved)
* Booking goods in and updating records on internal systems (must be computer literate)
* Using spreadsheets and general computer systems accurately
* Ensuring all tasks are completed in line with health & safety procedures
Driving Requirements
* 3.5T van driving required approximately 1 day per week
* Deliveries may involve early starts (potentially 4am first drop)
* When not driving, standard warehouse hours apply: 7:00am – 3:00pm
Training
* 2-week initial training period based in the factory to learn processes and products
What We’re Looking For
* Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence (essential)
* Previous warehouse or stores experience
* Experience driving a 3.5T vehicle
* Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual work
* Basic IT skills (computer literate, able to use spreadsheets)
* A flexible and reliable attitude with willingness to adapt to different duties
* Strong work ethic and team player
Additional Information
* Monday to Friday working pattern – no weekends
* 20-minute break per shift