Counterbalance driver

Job Description:

Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Operator

Location: Coalville, Leicestershire

Pay rate: £13.50

Shift: Days - 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Type: Temp - Perm

Start Date:  ASAP

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Operator to undertake general warehouse duties in Coalville, Leicestershire.This warehouse is a friendly environment but fast paced that ensures efficiency in their results. forklift to load and unload, move, and stack goods in a warehouse environment. Key duties include performing quality and safety checks, general warehouse operations like picking and packing, and potentially using warehouse management systems. Requirements typically include a valid counterbalance forklift license and strong attention to safety and efficiency.
You will be working as part of a team and will be responsible for:

Core Responsibilities:

• Safe Forklift Operation
• Operating the forklift safely and efficiently, adhering to all safety regulations and procedures. 
• Maneuvering the forklift in busy industrial environments. 
• Regularly checking the forklift for faults or damage. 
• Loading and unloading materials from trucks, trailers, and containers. 
• Moving goods to and from storage areas, shelves, or pallets. 
• Stacking and un-stacking large quantities of goods. 
• Ensuring goods are properly secured for transport. 
• Assisting in shipping and receiving activities, verifying the accuracy of shipments. 
• Palletizing goods for shipment. 
• Identifying and labeling pallets for dispatch. 
• Participating in basic picking and packing duties. 
• Material Handling

Skills and requirements:

• Accredited Forklift Operating License: A valid External license from a recognized body (e.g RTITB) is essential. 
• Minimum 1 year experience
• Pre-Use Checks: Thoroughly inspecting the forklift before each shift to ensure it's in good working condition. 
• Hazard Awareness: Recognizing and avoiding potential hazards in the operating environment. 
• Load Handling and Stacking: Mastering the techniques for safely lifting, moving, and stacking loads. 
• Safe Speed and Maneuvering: Operating the forklift at a safe speed and maneuvering it accurately, especially in confined spaces. 
• Load Stability: Understanding the principles of stability and how to maintain it when lifting and moving loads. 

Our client is a goods distributor that is looking for a FLT Driver to join their team on a temporary basis, with the opportunity to go permanent for the right person. This client has a large warehouse that has facilities such as a canteen, smoking area, free car parking and locker room.