Full time

Forklift Driver – Counterbalance

Pertemps North Midlands

Foston, Derbyshire, DE65 5DL

£14.36 - £16.98 per hour

Posted: 11 September 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Closing date: 11 October 2026

Ref: 60875897

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About the Role

Pertemps North Midlands seeks a Forklift Driver – Counterbalance for a logistics operation in Foston. This full-time post pays £14.36 to £16.98 hourly, dependent on shift pattern, with immediate starts offered. Duties cover loading and unloading trailers, moving stock across the warehouse, quality inspections, plus operating RF scanning equipment. Supporting stock control and rotation forms part of the work, as does following health and safety rules. Both current and expired licences are accepted. Applicants need solid counterbalance experience, accuracy, and awareness of safe working practices. Ongoing assignments and progression prospects exist for the right person.

Forklift Driver – Counterbalance
Location: Foston
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate starts available
Pay: £14.36 – £16.98 per hour, depending on shift pattern
We are currently recruiting Counterbalance Forklift Drivers to join a major logistics operation based in Foston.
We have immediate inductions and starts available, with regular, ongoing work and excellent opportunities for progression.
Current and expired forklift licences will be considered.
As a Counterbalance Forklift Driver, your duties will include:

Loading and unloading trailers safely and efficiently
Moving and handling stock throughout the warehouse
Conducting quality inspections
Using RF scanning equipment
Supporting stock control and rotation
Following all warehouse health and safety procedures
Maintaining a safe and organised working environment

The successful candidate will have:

A valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence; expired licences may also be considered
Previous experience working in a warehouse or logistics environment
The flexibility to work rotating or fixed shifts
Good literacy and numeracy skills
A strong work ethic and reliable approach to attendance
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Shift Patterns & Pay
3-Shift Rotation – £15.32 per hour

Nights: 10:00pm – 6:00am
Afternoons: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Earlies: 6:00am – 2:00pm

Fixed Nights – £16.98 per hour

10:00pm – 6:00am

Fixed Early & Afternoon Shifts – £14.36 per hour

6:00am – 2:00pm
2:00pm – 10:00pm

Why Apply?

Immediate inductions and starts
Full-time hours
Regular, ongoing work
Competitive hourly rates
Opportunities for progression
Major logistics client

How to ApplyInterested in joining the team?
Apply today or contact Pertemps Burton and ask for Ryan Moore for more information about the role and available shifts.

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