Counterbalance FLT Driver
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 - £12.71 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CW5 6BA |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 6 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Sept 2026 |
Summary
KPI Recruiting are on the look out for a Counterbalance FLT Driver for our client based in Nantwich.
As a Counterbalance FLT Driver your working days and hours are:
• Monday- Friday
• Monday- Thursday 08:00- 17:00
• Friday 08:00- 15:55
The rate of pay as a Counterbalance FLT Driver is:
• £12.71 p/h
The duties and responsibilities as a Counterbalance FLT Driver are:
• Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move palletised goods and garden furniture
• Load and unload vehicles using the FLT
• Transport stock between warehouse locations and storage areas
• Stack and store pallets safely and accurately
• Handle a variety of garden furniture products, ensuring care is taken to prevent damage
• Carry out daily pre-use checks on the forklift truck and report any defects
• Assist with stock movements, picking, and general warehouse duties as required
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
• Comply with all company policies and Health & Safety procedures
Requirements needed as a Counterbalance FLT Driver are:
• Hold a valid
ITSSAR or
RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck certificate
• Certificate must be
within three years of the original pass date
• Previous experience operating a Counterbalance FLT in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Experience handling palletised goods
• Ability to work safely with large, bulky items such as garden furniture
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety practices
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
• Previous experience working with outdoor or garden products
• Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Additional FLT licences (e.g. Reach Truck)
• Flexible approach to overtime and shift work
Personal Attributes as a Counterbalance FLT Driver:
• Reliable and punctual
• Strong awareness of health and safety
• Good team player with a positive attitude
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Careful and responsible when handling customer products
If this role as a Counterbalance FLT Driver is for you then APPLY NOW or contact our Crewe Team on 01270 589943.
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