Forklift Driver

Straight Forward RecruitmentStantonreedpublished 09/04/2026
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Counterbalance Forklift Driver Location: Stanton Salary: £14.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Job Type: Full-time Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Outdoor Role Straightforward Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their busy operation in Stanton . This is a hands-on role working as part of a team in an outdoor environment. The position would suit someone who enjoys practical work, is comfortable working outside and is looking for a steady Monday-to-Friday role. The successful candidate will ideally have experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift with Clamp attachment . However, candidates with standard Counterbalance experience will also be considered. The Role Your main responsibility will be supporting the safe and efficient movement of refrigerators and other materials around the site. Duties will include: Operating a Counterbalance Forklift safely and efficiently

Using a Clamp attachment where required

Unloading refrigerators from incoming vehicles

Moving refrigerators and materials around the site

Placing refrigerators into undercover storage areas

Loading and positioning goods safely and securely

Assisting with general yard and warehouse duties when required

Working as part of a team to ensure deliveries are handled efficiently

Following site health and safety procedures at all times

Maintaining a safe and organised working environment

About You We are looking for a reliable and hardworking individual who is comfortable working in a busy outdoor environment. You will ideally have: A valid Counterbalance Forklift licence/certificate

Experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift

Clamp experience is highly desirable , although training/consideration will be given to candidates with Counterbalance-only experience

Previous experience unloading or moving bulky/heavy goods would be advantageous

A good understanding of workplace health and safety

Good attention to detail

A reliable and punctual approach to work

The ability to work independently as well as part of a team

A good level of physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors

Working Environment Please note that this is an outdoor role and you will be working outside in all weather conditions . The role is practical and physically active, involving the unloading and movement of refrigerators and other goods. Candidates should therefore be comfortable working outdoors throughout the year and working in a hands-on environment. What's on Offer? £14.00 per hour

Monday to Friday

8:00am - 4:00pm

Full-time hours

Outdoor, hands-on working environment

Opportunity for ongoing work with an established client

Supportive team environment

Interested? If you're an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for a new opportunity in Stanton, we'd love to hear from you. Counterbalance with Clamp experience is preferred, but Counterbalance-only candidates are also encouraged to apply. Apply today with your CV and one of our recruitment consultants will be in touch.