Forklift Counterbalance - Nights

Counterbalance Forklift Driver (Nights)

Wolverhampton
£15.12 per hour
Monday to Friday, 8:00pm - 5:30am
Full Time, Ongoing Position

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy pallet network operation in Wolverhampton. This is a fast-paced, time-critical environment where efficiency, accuracy and safety are essential.

The successful candidate will have a proven background in pallet distribution and must be confident loading and unloading double deck trailers to strict deadlines.

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
• A minimum of 12 months continuous Counterbalance FLT experience within the last year.
• At least 2 years'' experience loading and unloading double deck trailers.
• Experience working within a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong awareness of load security and weight distribution.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety procedures.

• Previous pallet network experience.
• Experience working in high-volume transport or logistics operations.

• Complete daily forklift safety checks and associated documentation at the start of each shift.
• Operate a Counterbalance FLT safely and responsibly at all times.
• Load and unload trailers within agreed operational timeframes.
• Ensure correct weight distribution across trailer decks and axles.
• Stack, move and distribute pallets efficiently while minimising damage.
• Work safely alongside multiple forklift truck operators in a busy yard and warehouse environment.
• Report any damage to equipment, trailers or pallets immediately.
• Adhere to all site rules and operational procedures.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout the shift.
• Cooperate fully with all company health and safety policies and requirements.
• Support the wider operation to ensure service levels and deadlines are achieved.

• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong spatial awareness and attention to detail.
• Team player with a positive, hardworking attitude.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding and high-volume environment.

To apply, please submit your CV and call Carrie on (phone number removed)