Forklift Counterbalance Driver


Company:	GI Group Main Account
Salary:	£13.50 to £13.50 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Lichfield, WS14 9HY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	11 Sept 2026
Closing date:	11 Oct 2026

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Summary

Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Lichfield (WS14) | £13.50 per hour | 8am-4pm | Monday-Friday | Ongoing Work

GI Group are recruiting on behalf of a leading logistics company based in the WS14. We are looking for an experienced

Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their busy warehouse team on an ongoing basis.

The Role

Working as part of the warehouse and logistics operation, you will be responsible for:

Safely operating a

counterbalance forklift truck

Loading and unloading vehicles

Moving, stacking and relocating palletised goods in the warehouse

Assisting with picking and put-away of stock

Following all site

health & safety and warehouse procedures

Working as part of the team to meet daily targets and deadlines

Hours & Pay

Hours: 8am-4pm

Days: Monday to Friday

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Type: Ongoing work with potential for long-term opportunities for the right candidate

Requirements

Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in house not accepted)

Minimum 12 months recent experience operating a counterbalance FLT in a warehouse or logistics environment

Good understanding of safe working practices and warehousing processes

Reliable, punctual and able to work the full afternoon/evening shift pattern

Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Regular Monday-Friday shifts - no rotating shifts or nights

Ongoing work with a reputable logistics company

Weekly pay

Support from GI Group throughout your assignment

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this

Counterbalance Forklift Driver role, please apply today with your CV, or contact GI Group UK for more information.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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