Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Forklift Driver focuses on operating a forklift truck (counterbalance or reach) to safely load.

What the role involves

• Operating a forklift truck (counterbalance or reach) to safely load.
• Moving stock around the warehouse and yard in line with company procedures.
• Supporting inbound and outbound logistics operations.
• Maintaining high levels of health and safety and housekeeping.
• Working closely with warehouse supervisors and other team members.
• Carrying out basic equipment checks and reporting any defects.

Skills and requirements

• Night Forklift Driver required in Gloucester to join a busy and well-established operation.
• Valid and in-date forklift license (Counterbalance or Reach).
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or logistics setting.
• Ability to work night/early morning shifts reliably and consistently.

Confirmed role details

• This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals seeking long-term employment with the potential to transition from temporary to permanent work.
• Involves working full-time hours on a night shift schedule from Monday to Friday, with a fixed shift time of 23:00 to 08:00.
• Temp to perm opportunity – long-term stability for the right candidate.
• Supportive on-site team and structured training.

Candidate fit

• safe equipment use, accuracy, awareness, and reliable shift-by-shift handling

Additional role context

• Safety-conscious and able to follow instructions accurately.