B3 Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Job Title: B3 Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Shirley, Solihull
Pay Rate: £13.74 per hour
Hours: Fixed Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:30
Contract Type: Temporary ongoing

We are urgently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver with a valid and in-date B3 category license as a minimum. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the team with a major equipment hire company, known widely across the UK, offering an immediate start for the right candidate.
Please be aware, only applicants with a valid and in date Counterbalance license, Category B3 will be considered for this position. B1 and B2 category will not be accepted

Key Responsibilities:

Safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck (B3 Category minimum).

Loading and unloading.

Moving and allocating heavy stock around the site.

Organising stock and maintaining safe storage areas.

Following all health and safety procedures.

Loading and unloading live loads, weighing up to 15 tons

Manoeuvring the truck through narrow aisles and tight spaces

General duties as and when required, stock taking, hygiene etc

Requirements:

A valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift B3 Category only.

Minimum 1 year counterbalance forklift experience (essential).

Applicants must be confident and capable operating the forklift truck.

Proven ability to handle and manoeuvre heavy stock.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Reliable and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Comfortable working in a busy environment.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate of £13.74.

Fixed day shift – Monday to Friday, no weekends.

Temp-to-perm opportunity with a major equipment hire company.

Immediate start available.

Free on-site parking.

Supportive and long-term team environment.

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a stable role with the chance to go permanent in Solihull, we’d love to hear from you

This is a summary of a vacancy from the advertiser. Read the full job description and apply →