Forklift Counterbalance Driver

Forklift Counterbalance Driver (Temp to Perm)

Gateshead £13.50 per hour Monday to Friday | 07:30 - 16:30 Temp to Perm Opportunity

Are you an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for a role that offers stability, great working hours, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position with a thriving business?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established flooring company in Gateshead, and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, hardworking team in a busy warehouse environment.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay rate of £13.50 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern - enjoy your weekends free
• Consistent hours: 07:30 - 16:30
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate start available

The Role

This is a varied warehouse role where you'll play a key part in keeping operations running smoothly. Duties will include:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Moving flooring products around the warehouse and yard
• Picking and preparing orders for dispatch
• Stock control and general warehouse duties
• Assisting with manual handling tasks when required

What We're Looking For

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Previous warehouse and FLT experience
• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Comfortable with some manual handling and physical work
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and want the chance to build a long-term career with a growing company, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your warehouse career!

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