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Forklift Counterbalance Driver

Job details
Posting date: 05 August 2025
Salary: £13.00 to £16.19 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 September 2025
Location: Rochester, Kent, ME2 4WS
Remote working: On-site only
Company: The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JN -072025-3409_1754388548

Summary

Forklift Counterbalance Driver - Medway City Estate, Rochester

£13 per hour | Monday to Friday | 8am - 6pm | 50 hours per week

£16.19 per hour signing up to an umbrella payroll

Ongoing work with potential for permanent role

Our client based in Medway City Estate, Rochester, is currently looking for an experienced Forklift Counterbalance Driver to join their busy goods-in/goods-out department.

Key Details:

  • Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm (50 hours/week)
  • 1-hour unpaid break per day
  • Immediate start available
  • Ongoing work with potential for permanent employment following a successful trial period

Main Duties:

  • Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck (must hold a valid and accredited licence)
  • Handling palletised goods - loading and unloading trailers and vehicles
  • Racking and general warehouse organisation
  • Manual handling - including heavy lifting
  • Order picking and loading
  • Experience with Reach truck would be beneficial

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience operating a Counterbalance FLT
  • A valid, accredited Counterbalance licence (RTITB/ITSSAR or equivalent)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
  • Good level of physical fitness due to manual handling

Apply Now - Immediate start available!

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