Counterbalance Forklift Driver – Nights, Doncaster
4 on 4 off rotation. Nights: 6:30pm – 6:30am
£15.07 per hour
Doncaster
4 on 4 off, Above National Minimum Wage, Full Time, Nights, Permanent
FLT, Industrial, Logistics & Warehousing
Search Area: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver, with an accredited licence, to join a busy and well-established manufacturing operation based in Doncaster.
This role would suit candidates who are confident operating a Counterbalance Forklift truck in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment. If you are looking for secure, ongoing employment with a reputable employer, we’d love to hear from you!
Shift Pattern
- 4 on 4 off rotation
- Night shifts only
- 6:30pm – 6:30am
Pay Rate
- £15.07 per hour
The Role
As a Counterbalance Driver, your main responsibility will be the safe movement of products and materials throughout the site. The position is approximately 90% forklift work, with occasional yard duties required to support the wider operation.
Daily duties will include:
- Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently
- Moving products and materials around the site using a Counterbalance forklift truck
- Supplying production areas with stock and raw materials
- Storing finished goods in designated locations
- Completing vehicle checks and reporting any defects
- Assisting with general yard duties when required
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
- Working closely with warehouse and production teams to ensure operational efficiency
Candidate Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must:
- Hold a valid accredited Counterbalance licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, AITT, NPORS, TOOLS or equivalent)
- Have previous experience operating a Counterbalance truck within an industrial, warehouse or manufacturing environment
- Be comfortable working 12-hour night shifts on a 4 on 4 off rotation
- Have a strong understanding of health and safety procedures
- Be reliable, punctual and able to work independently as well as part of a team
Desirable Experience
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
- Previous experience within a manufacturing environment
- Experience working outdoors or within a yard operation
- Experience loading and unloading curtain-sided trailers
To apply please either:
- Call Jamie-Leigh on 01909 478800
- Text ‘FLT DONCASTER’ 07789 261938
- Email your CV to worksop@essentialrecruitment.co.uk
If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
This Vacancy is being advertised by Essential Recruitment & Professional (An employment business)
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