Fork Lift Truck Counterbalance Driver


Company:	The Job People
Salary:	£13.48 to £17.97 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Dronfield, S18 2XU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Nov 2026

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Summary

Choose to work

Days - Monday to Thursday 5:30am to 5:30pm or 6am to 6pm - (4 days a week)

Or 4 days on 4 days off - 6am to 6pm

£13.48 to £17.97 per hour - overtime available

We are currently recruiting experienced

Fork Lift Truck Counterbalance Drivers, for a busy operation in the Dronfield area. These are long-term positions with genuine opportunities for permanent employment. You will also be required to have a

valid driving licence as part of the role, will include driving on the road.

Working as part of a fast-paced team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the site. Previous Counterbalance FLT experience and a valid licence are required, along with a valid driving licence.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals with a positive attitude, a strong focus on safety, and a commitment to delivering high standards of work.

In return, we offer stable, long-term employment, ongoing training and development, and excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing business

**This is accessible with public transport - train or bus

Working in a Foundry

Based in North East Derbyshire, Dronfield area

Duties of a Fork Lift Truck Counterbalance Driver

Loading and unloading vehicles

Moving pallets and stillages around the factory

Supplying work to the operators and moving work away when completed

Working in and outdoors

Making sure there is always a supply of work

Basic paperwork

Experience of a Fork Lift Truck Counterbalance Driver

Ideally worked in a foundry / factory environment / production role before

Competent in driving a Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck

Valid licence required

Used to working in a fast paced environment

Must have a valid driving licence as part of the role will include driving on the road

Detail of a Fork Lift Truck Counterbalance Driver

£13.48 to £17.97 per hour

Choose to work 5:30am to 5:50pm or 6am to 6pm - (4 days a week) or 4 days on 4 days off

Immediate starts

Must have a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and a Full driving licence

Genuine opportunity for permanent employment

Physical Work

Based in North East Derbyshire, Dronfield area

Free parking

Canteen on site

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