Full time

Forklift Counterbalance Driver

Pertemps Bristol Industrial

Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 7JQ

£17 per hour

Posted: 25 August 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 24 September 2026

Ref: 60735455

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About the Role

Pertemps Bristol Industrial seeks an experienced Forklift Counterbalance Driver for a full-time, temporary ongoing placement in Clevedon. The role pays £17.00 per hour and involves operating a counterbalance forklift safely within a warehouse environment. Duties include loading and unloading goods, moving stock, and supporting general warehouse operations. Candidates must hold a valid counterbalance licence and demonstrate prior experience. Two shift patterns are available: an afternoon/evening shift running Monday to Thursday from 14:30 to 00:30, or a day shift from 06:00 to 14:15 Monday to Thursday with an early Friday finish. The position offers stable, ongoing work within a busy logistics setting.

Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Clevedon, BS21
Job Type: Temporary – Ongoing
Pay: £16.00–£17.00 per hour
Role: Warehouse & Counterbalance Forklift Driver
We are looking for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join our warehouse team in Clevedon, BS21, on a temporary ongoing basis.
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently, as well as carrying out general warehouse duties.
Shift OptionsAfternoon/Evening Shift – £17.00 per hour

Monday to Thursday: 14:30 – 00:30
Thursday finish: 00:00

Day Shift – £16.00 per hour

Monday to Thursday: 06:00 – 14:15
Friday: 06:00 – 11:30

Key Responsibilities

Operating a counterbalance forklift safely within the warehouse
Loading and unloading goods
Moving and storing stock around the warehouse
Preparing materials and goods for dispatch
Carrying out general warehouse duties
Following all health and safety procedures
Keeping the warehouse clean and organised

Requirements

Valid external Counterbalance Forklift Licence – essential
Previous counterbalance forklift experience
Warehouse experience preferred
Good understanding of workplace health and safety
Reliable and punctual
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must have transportation to get there

This is a temporary ongoing position.
If you hold an external Counterbalance Forklift Licence and are looking for ongoing work in Clevedon, BS21, we would like to hear from you.

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