Forklift Counterbalance Driver
Are you reliable, safety-focused, and enjoy working in a busy warehouse environment?
Pertemps are looking for experienced and motivated Forklift Counterbalance Drivers on a temporary basis with Royal Mail.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping Royal Mail move millions of parcels efficiently and safely across the country to deliver Christmas.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Forklift Counterbalance Driver, you’ll be responsible for safely moving mail and parcels throughout the warehouse, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently:
· Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move materials, products, and equipment within the facility
· Load and unload trailers with mail and parcels
· Transport materials to and from storage areas, sorting machines, and loading docks
· Stack and organise pallets and cages in designated areas
· Complete pre-use checks and report any faults or damage immediately
· Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
· Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet daily targets and deadlines
What We’re Looking For
You’ll need to be comfortable in a fast-paced warehouse environment and ready to support mail operations during busy periods.
You Must:
· Hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence
· Have previous FLT driving and warehouse experience (preferred)
· Able to lift mail bags up to 11kg and parcels up to 30kg and push trolleys/yorks up to 250kg
· Comfortable standing and walking for long periods
· Reliable and flexible with good attention to detail following safety procedures at all times
Pay & Shifts
The table below outlines the typical pay rates for Forklift Driver roles within our Parcel Hub.
You can pick ONE of the below options.
Morning Shift - 06:00–14:00 - £16.29 - Tuesday to Saturday
Afternoon Shift - 14:00–22:00 £16.29 - Monday to Friday
Night Shift - 22:00–06:00 - £17.59 Monday to Friday
Important Information
This role is for a Christmas period. Assignments are temporary and will automatically end once the site closes for the Christmas season.
Interested? Apply now and one of the team will contact you
