Full job descriptionFLT Counterbalance Driver – Wigan – £14.41 Per Hour
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver to join our well-established client based in Wigan.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering £14.41 per hour, ongoing work, weekly pay, rotating weekday shifts, overtime availability and immediate starts.
£14.41 Per Hour | Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts | Weekly Pay | Overtime Available | Immediate Starts
This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as an FLT Counterbalance Driver, Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Operator or Forklift Truck Operative.
Shifts
• Rotating weekly shifts
• Morning Shift – Monday to Thursday: 06:00–14:00
• Morning Shift – Friday: 06:00–12:00
• Afternoon Shift – Monday to Thursday: 14:00–22:00
• Afternoon Shift – Friday: 12:00–18:00
Rates of Pay
• £14.41 per hour
• Overtime available – rate to be confirmed
Benefits
As an FLT Counterbalance Driver, you will receive:
• Excellent hourly rates
• Ongoing work
• Weekly pay
• Overtime available
• On-site canteen
• Free parking
• Good public transport links
• Immediate starts available
Day-to-Day Duties
As an FLT Counterbalance Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
• Supporting production duties when required
• Receiving goods into the warehouse and stowing pallets
• Checking quantities and visually inspecting incoming and outgoing goods
• Unpacking and storing incoming deliveries
• Organising stock ready for dispatch
• Moving goods around the warehouse as required
• Following health and safety procedures at all times
Essential Skills
To be successful as an FLT Counterbalance Driver, you will need:
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited)
• Proven experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
• Good communication and multitasking skills
• Strong spatial awareness
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• Reliable and self-motivated attitude
• Flexibility to support production and warehouse duties
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Desirable Experience
• Previous warehouse experience
• Previous experience supporting production operations
Training Provided
• Full training provided
• FLT assessment required before starting
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
Apply
If you are looking for an FLT Counterbalance Driver position offering £14.41 per hour, Monday to Friday rotating shifts, weekly pay and ongoing work, 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.