Forklift Counterbalance - Nights
| Company: | MET Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.12 to £15.12 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | WV4 6JT |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Counterbalance Forklift Driver (Nights)
Wolverhampton
£15.12 per hour
Monday to Friday, 8:00pm - 5:30am
Full Time, Ongoing Position
We are currently recruiting for an experienced
Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy pallet network operation in Wolverhampton. This is a fast-paced, time-critical environment where efficiency, accuracy and safety are essential.
The successful candidate will have a proven background in pallet distribution and must be confident loading and unloading double deck trailers to strict deadlines.
Essential Requirements
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
• A minimum of 12 months continuous Counterbalance FLT experience within the last year.
• At least 2 years' experience loading and unloading double deck trailers.
• Experience working within a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong awareness of load security and weight distribution.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety procedures.
Desirable
• Previous pallet network experience.
• Experience working in high-volume transport or logistics operations.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
• Complete daily forklift safety checks and associated documentation at the start of each shift.
• Operate a Counterbalance FLT safely and responsibly at all times.
• Load and unload trailers within agreed operational timeframes.
• Ensure correct weight distribution across trailer decks and axles.
• Stack, move and distribute pallets efficiently while minimising damage.
• Work safely alongside multiple forklift truck operators in a busy yard and warehouse environment.
• Report any damage to equipment, trailers or pallets immediately.
• Adhere to all site rules and operational procedures.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout the shift.
• Cooperate fully with all company health and safety policies and requirements.
• Support the wider operation to ensure service levels and deadlines are achieved.
What We're Looking For
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong spatial awareness and attention to detail.
• Team player with a positive, hardworking attitude.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding and high-volume environment.
To apply, please submit your CV and call Carrie on 01902 271979
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