Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance FLT driver
Location: Digbeth, Birmingham
Pay Rate: £12.80 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 5:30pm
We are currently recruiting a Warehouse Operative with Counterbalance FLT and van driving experience on behalf of one of our clients, based in Digbeth, Birmingham.
Our client is a well-established company specialising in the distribution of refrigeration equipment and associated goods. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering stable weekday hours with the potential for a permanent role following a successful temporary period.
The Role of a Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance FLT driver
This is a hands-on role combining warehouse duties with driving responsibilities. You will be operating a Counterbalance forklift truck within the warehouse and completing deliveries/collections in a long wheelbase van.
The role will involve one set day per week travelling to Manchester to deliver and collect goods, with the remaining days based in the warehouse in Digbeth.
Some items may be bulky and require safe manual handling.
Key Responsibilities of a Warehouse Operative/Counterbalance FLT driver
Operating a Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently
Loading, unloading, and moving refrigeration equipment and stock
Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch
Driving a long wheelbase van (1 day per week) to Manchester for deliveries and collections
Completing vehicle checks and ensuring safe, responsible driving at all times
Carrying out stock checks and maintaining accurate records
Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy, and organised
Following all health & safety procedures at all times
Requirements
Minimum 1 year of Counterbalance FLT experience (essential)
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in-date and accredited)
Minimum 1 year of van driving experience (essential)
Experience driving a long wheelbase van (preferred)
Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
Previous warehouse experience
Physically fit and comfortable handling bulky refrigeration equipment
Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
What's on Offer
£12.80 per hour
Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 5:30pm
Structured mix of warehouse and driving work
Temp-to-perm opportunity
Friendly working environment
Why Work for Pure Staff?
While working with Pure Staff, you're employed and paid directly by us - no umbrella companies, no processing fees, no outsourced payroll - just simple PAYE with accurate, on-time payslips from our experienced in-house payroll team.
After your first payment, you'll also receive free access to our perks scheme, offering exclusive discounts on electronics, travel, clothing, home, fitness, wellbeing, and more.
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