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Temporary

Forklift Counterbalance Driver

The Job People
Lutterworth
money-bag £15.15 - £30.30/hour Full Time - Sunday - Thursday
Posted: 09 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 08 August 2026
Ref: 225349716

The Job People are looking for Forklift Counterbalance Driver to join a busy logistics company in Magna Park LE17. NIGHT SHIFTS.

The work is long term and can lead to a permanent contract after a qualifying period.

Candidates must have an in-date Counterbalance Licence ideally with recent experience. You will be handling bulky, boxed, electrical household appliances.

You must be prepared to carry out other roles within the warehouse, this role is 60% on the truck and 40% carrying out manual work - physical / heavy lifting is required.

Details of a Forklift Counterbalance Driver based in Lutterworth;

  • Sunday to Thursday 22.00 - 06.00
  • Overtime available in peak periods
  • Must be flexi to support business needs
  • Must be able to work full time - long term
  • -15.15 per hour
  • Ongoing work
  • Long term opportunity with training and individual progression throughout.
  • FLT Counterbalance Truck required - In date
  • Recent experience - 1 year experience is desirable

As a Forklift Counterbalance Driver, you would be required to:

  • Have previous experience operating a Counterbalance Truck
  • Able to accurately order pick items
  • Pack items / label and pallet wrap
  • Heavy lifting
  • Have a keen eye for detail and be accurate
  • Ensure to follow all processes trained.
  • Maintaining a safe working environment.

Role of a Forklift Counterbalance Driver

  • Be able to work unsupervised where required.
  • Adhering to health and safety rules on site.
  • Opportunity for personal growth and development.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Must be able to carry out other roles as this is not 100% on the Reach Truck.
  • 60% truck
  • 40% operative

Benefits on working with The Job People as a Forklift Counterbalance Driver in Lutterworth

  • Weekly Pay.
  • Holiday Pay.
  • Payslip portal.
  • 28 days holiday
  • Pension Scheme.
  • On-site canteen facility
  • Pool table
  • Ping pong
  • Outdoor area
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Locker Room.
  • Prayer Room.
  • Opportunity to go permanent.
  • Opportunity to progress and increase your take home pay.
  • Overtime available.
  • Smoke / Vape area.
  • Lovely / friendly team to work within.
  • Supportive management.

If you are interested in the role of a Counterbalance Forklift Driver within the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Industry, we would love for you to apply. We aim to respond ASAP to our applications. Please ensure your CV is up to date. Thank you.

The Job People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.


We do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

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