via Reed · 24 September 2026 ·5 days ago

Forklift Operative - Counterbalance & Reach truck

Randstad RIS
Skelmersdale Contract GBP 30,654 – 30,654
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Are you seeking a new opportunity to showcase your expertise with Reach and Counterbalance forklifts?

If yes, we've got the right opportunity for you!

We're looking for Forklift Truck Drivers to work from our client's site in Skelmersdale (WN8 9PE).

Job title: FLT driver (Reach & Counterbalance truck driver)
Job type: Temporary - ongoing
Pay rate: £15.72 per hour/ OT 1.5X multiplier
Location: Skelmersdale (WN8 9PE) - onsite
Shift hours: 06:00 - 14:00 & 14:00 - 22:00 (Rotational)
Must be flexible for both shifts
Working days: Monday to Friday (40 hours/week)
Overtime available.

*Must have a valid (in-date) Reach and Counter balance accredited License with at least 6 months experience in previous 2 years.

Responsibilities:

  • You will be operating on an FLT around the warehouse moving pallets into different locations

  • You will be completing this alongside other duties in the warehouse if required

  • You will be completing pallets, put aways, replenishing and bringing stock to lines

  • Manual lifting as and when required


Qualifications:
  • Must have an in-date Counterbalance & Reach truck License with at least 6 months experience.

  • Must have worked in a fast-paced environment

  • Should have worked on targets/KPIs before

  • Should be fluent in English (speaking, writing & reading)


Benefits you'll love:
  • Weekly pay

  • Accrue paid holidays

  • Clean and modern working environment

  • Regular shifts & ongoing work

  • Free parking on-site

  • Access to the Randstad flexible benefits app which includes discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops, and cinemas

  • Access to employee assistance programmes including financial advice and counseling services

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NOTE - Please note that you will need to watch the 11-minute ISV video entirely to proceed. If you skip any part of it, you will not be able to move forward. The same applies to the ISV assessment, where a score of above 70% is required to pass.


If this interests you and if you meet the above requirements, apply immediately with your updated CV & a picture of your counterbalance/Reach license and our team will contact you to discuss the role further.
Not to forget, we're here for you. Randstad are on site every day and ready to answer any questions you have and offer the support you need
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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