Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver

Job description

Job Description

Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver | FLT Driver | Counterbalance FLT Operator | Forklift Driver | Warehouse Operative

Temporary to Permanent | £13.06-£13.66 per hour | 4 on 4 off Rotating Days & Nights | Immediate Start

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver to join a busy manufacturing business on a temporary to permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence who are looking for long-term, full-time employment with an immediate start. You'll play a key role in supporting production by ensuring materials are loaded, unloaded, and moved safely throughout the site.

Key Duties

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Offload deliveries and store goods correctly.
• Issue raw materials and packaging to production teams.
• Load and unload vehicles as required.
• Support manufacturing operations with the movement of materials.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards, ensuring work areas remain safe, clean, and organised.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
• Previous experience in a similar FLT, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing role.
• Ability to work a rotating day and night shift pattern.
• Reliable with a strong awareness of health and safety.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Available for an immediate start.

Hours & Pay

• 4 days on / 4 days off / 4 nights on rotating shift pattern.
• Day shifts: 6am-6pm.
• Night shifts: 6pm-6am.
• £13.06-£13.66 per hour.

What We Offer

• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Immediate start available.
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme with discounts and high street vouchers.
• Access to Acorn wellbeing services and support portal.
• Ongoing support from Acorn by Synergie throughout your assignment.

Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Driver, Counterbalance FLT Operator, Forklift Driver, or Warehouse Operative, apply today with your up-to-date CV and a member of the Acorn by Synergie team will be in touch.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-09-2026

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