Forklift Driver Counterbalance
| Company: | Workchain |
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| Salary: | £14 to £14 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TA6 4FF |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Forklift Driver – CounterbalanceLocation: BridgwaterPay: £14.00 per hourJob type: PermanentShift: DaysCategory: IndustrialA Somerset-based steel fabrication and manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join its team on a permanent, day-shift basis.About the companyThe employer is an independent, family-run roofing fabricator and supplier based in Somerset. It manufactures and supplies roofing sheets, wall cladding products, flashings, trims and rooflights, with many single-skin products made in-house. The business supports agricultural, commercial and general building projects.The roleAs a Counterbalance Forklift Driver, you will help move materials safely and efficiently around the site, supporting day-to-day production and warehouse operations.Key responsibilities• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and responsibly• Loading and unloading deliveries• Moving steel, roofing and fabrication materials around the site• Storing materials in the correct locations• Supporting production and warehouse teams as required• Carrying out routine forklift checks and reporting any issues• Maintaining a safe, tidy and organised working area• Following site procedures and health and safety requirementsSkills and qualifications• Valid counterbalance forklift licence• Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse, factory or industrial environment• Good awareness of workplace health and safety• Ability to work independently and as part of a team• Reliable, punctual and physically capable of working in an industrial setting• Good communication skills and a responsible approach to handling materialsBenefits• £14.00 per hour• Permanent employment• Day shifts• Paid every Wednesday• Opportunity to be visible to local employersApply today.