Counterbalance FLT Driver

Job description

Counterbalance FLT Driver Chemical Manufacturing
Quest Employment
Location: Northampton
Salary: £13.75 per hour
Contract: Full-Time | Temporary

Quest Employment are recruiting!

Quest Employment is partnering with a reputable chemical production company to find a skilled Counterbalance FLT Driver for an immediate start.

This role is ideal for a confident FLT operator seeking stable Monday to Friday daytime work in a fast-paced, safety-focused industrial setting.

You'll play a key part in keeping operations running smoothly by transporting materials and products safely across site, always adhering to strict Health & Safety standards.

The Role

As a Counterbalance FLT Driver, your responsibilities will include:

• Safely operating a counterbalance forklift truck

• Loading and unloading incoming deliveries

• Transporting materials and products around the site

• Assisting warehouse and production colleagues as needed

• Storing goods correctly and securely

• Recording stock movements and completing required documentation

• Following all on-site Health & Safety guidelines

• Working carefully within a chemical manufacturing facility

• Keeping your work area clean, tidy and well-organised

What We're Looking For

To be shortlisted for this position, you must have:

• Proven experience operating a Counterbalance FLT

• A current, accredited Counterbalance FLT licence

• Background in a warehouse, manufacturing or similar industrial role

• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety best practices

• Ability to work both autonomously and within a team

• Dependable, punctual work ethic

• Strong attention to detail

Please note: Applications from candidates without verified Counterbalance FLT experience and a valid in-date licence will not be considered.

What's in it for you?

• £13.75 per hour

• Monday to Friday

• 5:50am 2:00pm

• Full-time, consistent hours

• Ongoing assignment with an established business

• Chance to work in a professional chemical manufacturing environment

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver with a valid accredited licence and want a reliable Monday to Friday role, we want to hear from you.

Send your latest CV today and a member of the Quest Employment team will contact you to discuss next steps.

Quest Employment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment.

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

17-09-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

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