Counterbalance Forklift Drivers - Permanent vacancies
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: £31,000 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance)
Hours: Monday–Friday, rotating AM/PM shifts (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00) plus occasional night shift, paid at a higher premium
Plus: Overtime paid after 40 hours + exceptional employee benefits
This client is recruiting a experienced Forklift Truck Drivers to join a respected and long‑standing manufacturing facility in Leicestershire. These are permanent, full‑time roles offering stability, excellent earning potential, and the chance to be part of a supportive, fast‑moving operational team. This client seeks FLT professionals with strong Counterbalance experience, offering a fantastic opportunity to build your career with a business that values safety, teamwork, and high standards.
Key Responsibilities
· Operating Counterbalance FLTs safely and accurately in a busy production environment
· Moving a variety of products, pallets, and cages across the site
· Loading and unloading vehicles with precision and care
· Checking barcodes, customer orders, and stock items ready for UK‑wide distribution
· Supporting wider production and warehouse teams as required
· Working within a quality‑controlled, clean, and safety‑focused environment
· Completing picking, packing, and materials handling tasks
· Using MRP systems and Windows‑based software to manage stock and order information (ideal but not essential)
Your skills and experience
· In‑date RTITB licence for Counterbalance
· Proven experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing or warehouse environment
· Strong awareness of health & safety and quality standards
· Confident, accurate FLT driving skills
· A team‑focused approach with the flexibility to support other operational areas
· Good attention to detail when handling stock, orders, and documentation
· Experience with MRP or stock management systems is highly desirable
Salary and Benefits
· £31,000 annual salary (including shift allowance)
· Overtime paid after 40 hours
· A wide range of exceptional employee benefits
· Permanent role with long‑term development opportunities
· A supportive, well‑established employer with excellent working conditions
Benefits:
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Casual dress
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Free parking
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On-site parking
Work Location: In person
