Counter balance forklift driver

Counterbalance FLT Driver Wanted - Immediate Start Available!

Looking for a long-term opportunity with the potential to go permanent and earn a shift allowance?

I am currently recruiting on behalf of my client based in Slough for a FLT Driver / Factory Operative to join their busy manufacturing and warehouse operation. This is a temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate, offering long-term prospects within a well-established business. Candidates must be available to start as soon as possible.

Slough

£14.00 per hour

12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Temp to Perm Opportunity

The purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient movement of products, materials, equipment, and waste throughout the factory, maintaining service levels and supporting production targets. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of forklift trucks and other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

Shift Pattern

- 3 days on, 7:00am to 7:00pm

- 3 days off

- 3 nights on, 7:00pm to 7:00am

- 3 days off

- Rotating days and nights

- Overtime available and flexibility is essential

Key Responsibilities

- Operate forklift trucks, pallet trucks, and other MHE safely and efficiently

- Load, unload, move, locate, relocate, and stack products, materials, and waste

- Complete load inspections and stock counts

- Receive, check, and store inbound deliveries

- Prepare and load outbound shipments accurately and safely

- Move stock between production, storage, and dispatch areas

- Use RF scanning equipment for receiving, picking, and loading activities

- Carry out routine equipment inspections and report any faults or defects

- Assist with stock takes and inventory checks

- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and safety

- Support the Factory Team Leader when required

- Ensure compliance with quality standards, company procedures, and health & safety regulations

Requirements

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Previous FLT experience within a warehouse, factory, or manufacturing environment

Ability to work rotating day and night shifts

Good understanding of health and safety procedures

Reliable, flexible, and willing to work overtime when required

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Available for an immediate start

Pay & Benefits

- £14.00 per hour

- Temp to perm opportunity

- Shift allowance payable upon successful transfer to a permanent contract

- Consistent rotating shift pattern

- Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business

If you're a Counterbalance FLT Driver looking for your next opportunity in Slough please apply today

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.