FLT Counterbalance Driver

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Driver Immediate Start

Location: Brackmills Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN4

Pay Rate: £13.20 per hour

Shift: Monday to Friday or Sunday to Thursday | 20:00- 05:00 or 22:00 07:00 or 00:00 - 09:00

Job Type: Full-time | Temporary | Temp to Perm

Start Date: Immediate starts available

Counterbalance Forklift Drivers Required Weekly Pay

Quest Employment are currently recruiting experienced Counterbalance Forklift Drivers for a busy warehouse operation based in Brackmills, Northampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for stable full-time hours, weekly pay, and a permanent role after 12 weeks. You will be working in a modern, well-equipped warehouse environment with a supportive team.

The Role

As a Counterbalance Forklift Driver, your duties may include:

Operating a Counterbalance Forklift to load, unload and move goods

Stacking, palletising and organising stock safely

Transporting goods within the warehouse

Carrying out routine equipment checks

Supporting general warehouse duties when required

Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Following all health & safety procedures

Key Skills and Experience

We are looking for candidates who:

Hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (ITSSAR, RTITB or AITT in date)

Have previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment

Are confident operating a Counterbalance FLT in a fast-paced setting

Have good attention to detail and organisational skills

Are reliable, punctual and safety-conscious

Can work independently and as part of a team

Pay and Benefits

Working with Quest Employment offers:

£13.20 per hour

Weekly pay

Temp to perm opportunity after 12 weeks

Ongoing, full-time work

On-site parking

Access to Club Quest benefits

Support from a dedicated recruitment team

About Quest Employment

Quest Employment is a leading UK recruitment agency specialising in industrial, commercial and technical recruitment.

We work with a wide range of trusted employers across the UK and are committed to helping candidates find long-term opportunities and career progression.

Apply Now

If you are interested in this Counterbalance Forklift Driver role in Northampton, apply today and a member of the Quest Employment team will contact you shortly.

Alternatively, contact the Quest Employment Northampton branch and ask for Jakub.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£13.00 Per Hour

Published at

07-05-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English