Forklift Driver Counterbalance
| Company: | Workchain |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.50 - £17 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | DE5 8JX |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 31 Aug 2026 |
Summary
FLT Driver (Counterbalance & Reach) – Ripley, DerbyshireFull-Time | Immediate Start Available | Weekly Pay | Ongoing OpportunityPay: £13.50 - £17.00 per hourAre you an experienced FLT Driver with both Counterbalance and Reach Truck licences looking for a long-term opportunity with a leading warehousing and logistics operation?We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected employer based in Ripley, Derbyshire, offering excellent rates of pay, genuine career stability, and the opportunity to become part of a busy, modern warehouse environment where safety, teamwork, and quality are valued.If you're reliable, hardworking, and enjoy working in a fast-paced warehouse, we'd love to hear from you.The RoleAs an FLT Driver, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day warehouse operation, ensuring stock is moved safely and efficiently while supporting the wider logistics team. This is a varied role where you'll spend the majority of your shift operating forklift trucks, alongside general warehouse duties when required.Your responsibilities will include:Operating both Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently.Loading and unloading deliveries from vehicles.Moving stock between warehouse locations.Putting stock away into designated storage areas.Picking customer orders accurately using FLT equipment.Supplying production or dispatch areas with materials.Completing pre-use vehicle safety inspections.Working to productivity and accuracy targets.Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.Following all company health and safety procedures at all times.Supporting colleagues and assisting with general warehouse duties when required.What We're Looking ForTo be successful in this role, you'll need:A valid external Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.A valid external Reach Truck licence.Previous experience operating both truck types within a warehouse or distribution environment.A strong understanding of warehouse health and safety.Good attention to detail and accuracy.The ability to work independently and as part of a team.A positive attitude with a flexible approach to work.Good timekeeping and reliability.The ability to work rotating shifts.Shift PatternMonday to FridayRotating weekly:Early Shift: 5:00am – 1:30pmLate Shift: 1:30pm – 10:00pmEnjoy your weekends free with no regular weekend working.Pay & Benefits£13.50 per hour starting rate.£17.00 per hour after 40 hours worked in a week.Pay increase to £14.00 per hour after successfully completing 12 weeks.Weekly pay.Full-time, ongoing work.Modern warehouse with excellent facilities.Free on-site parking.Supportive management team.Opportunity for long-term employment.Stable Monday to Friday working pattern.Immediate starts available.Why Apply?This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established logistics operation that continues to invest in its people. Whether you're looking for long-term security, competitive pay, or the chance to develop your warehouse career, this role offers all three.Successful candidates will be contacted promptly to arrange an interview and forklift assessment.Apply TodayIf you hold both Counterbalance and Reach licences and are ready to start your next role, we'd love to hear from you.Submit your application today and one of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.