via reed · 2 June 2026 ·11 days ago

Forklift Driver Counterbalance

People Solutions Group Limited
Liverpool Contract GBP 26,325 – 26,325
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FLT COUNTERBALANCE DRIVER – LIVERPOOL

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join our well-established client based in Wavertree, Liverpool. This is a fantastic opportunity offering an immediate start, weekly pay and genuine temporary to permanent opportunities. This role would suit candidates with experience as an FLT Counterbalance Driver, Counterbalance Operator, Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Driver, Warehouse FLT Operative or Forklift Operator.

Shifts

  • Monday to Thursday: 07:45 – 17:00

  • Friday: 08:00 – 12:30

  • No weekend working

Rates of Pay
  • £13.50 per hour

  • Potential pay increases available

Benefits
  • Weekly pay

  • Immediate starts available

  • Temporary to permanent opportunities

  • No weekend working

  • Free onsite parking

  • Supportive team environment

  • Ongoing long-term work

Day-to-Day Duties
  • Safely operating a Counterbalance FLT to load and unload trailers

  • Moving stock from deliveries and preparing goods for despatch

  • Completing pre-shift safety checks and required documentation

  • Driving safely with consideration to load type, surface conditions and surrounding environment

  • Ensuring weight distribution is balanced across decks and axles

  • Stacking and storing pallets efficiently while maintaining care and accuracy

  • Reporting any damage to pallets, goods or equipment immediately

  • Supporting general warehouse operations as required

Essential Skills
  • A valid RTITB or ITSSAR accredited Counterbalance FLT licence

  • A minimum of one year's experience operating a Counterbalance FLT

  • Experience loading and unloading double-decker trailers

  • Strong attention to detail and awareness of Health & Safety procedures

  • Good communication skills

  • A reliable and safety-conscious approach to work

Desirable Experience
  • Previous warehouse or logistics experience

  • Immediate availability

  • Experience working within a fast-paced distribution environment

Training Provided
  • Full site training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are ready to take on this opportunity as an FLT Counterbalance Driver, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

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