Nights Forklift Driver

Job description

Forklift Driver Night Shift Location: Northampton NN5 St James
Salary: £13.97 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 4:00pm 1:00am
Quest Employment is currently recruiting for experienced Forklift Drivers to join a busy and growing warehouse operation in Northampton.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with Counterbalance FLT experience who are looking for a stable night shift role within a fast-paced warehouse environment.
The Role As a Forklift Driver, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day warehouse operation, ensuring products are moved, loaded, and dispatched safely and efficiently.
The role involves a mixture of forklift work, manual handling, stock control, and general warehouse duties.
Key Responsibilities Loading and unloading deliveries using a Counterbalance forklift
Moving stock safely throughout the warehouse and yard
Picking and preparing customer orders for dispatch
Checking, labelling, and banding completed orders
Replenishing stock into storage locations and stillages
Supporting stock counts and stock control processes
Completing warehouse paperwork and documentation accurately
Carrying out general warehouse duties as required
Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
Following all Health & Safety procedures at all times
Requirements Valid Counterbalance FLT licence
Previous warehouse or logistics experience
Good attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to complete manual handling duties safely
Strong communication and organisational skills
Basic computer skills
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What We Offer Competitive pay rate of £13.97 per hour
Monday to Friday working pattern
Temp to perm opportunity
Friendly and supportive working environment
Ongoing career development opportunities
Weekly pay through Quest Employment
If you are looking for a long-term Forklift Driver role with consistent hours and career progression, apply today.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-08-2026

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