FLT Counterbalance Driver
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | WV4 6JH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | IND 2 - WV4 - FLT-47211 |
Summary
Owen Payne Recruitment are on the hunt for experienced Forklift Operators to join a leading Palletised Freight Distributor in Wolverhampton. With a move to a brand-new, purpose-built facility on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to come on board and grow with a company that’s going places!
This is a 12-week temp-to-perm role – ideal if you’re looking for long-term stability and a team that truly values what you bring to the table.
To be deemed suitable for this role, you must have previous experience loading and unloading double-decker trailers within a fast-paced network environment – this is essential.
What You’ll Be Getting Stuck Into:
• Loading and unloading double-decker trailers
• Navigating a bustling hub with 70+ forklifts on the go
• Keeping freight moving smoothly, safely, and on time
• Following Health & Safety practices
• Reporting any equipment or freight damage promptly
• Ensuring smart and safe weight distribution
• Any additional duties as and when required
All Shifts will be working Monday to Friday:
• Morning Shift – 09:00 till 18:30 (Paying £13.01 per hour)
• Afternoon Shift – 12:00 till 21:00 (Paying £13.01 per hour up until 6pm, £15.12 from 6pm - 9pm)
• Night Shift – Start between 1800 and 21:00, all shifts will be 9 hours long (Paying £15.12 per hour)
Perks You’ll Love:
• Free onsite parking
• Secure bike shed – roll in safely
• Vending machines & water coolers for quick refreshment
• Free Food Fridays – yes, really!
• Annual pay review
• Easy access via public transport
• Free hot drinks to keep you going
Once you go permanent, enjoy even more:
• Pay rises
• Store discounts
• Wellness programs
• Free prescription safety glasses
• Performance-related bonuses
• A refer-a-friend scheme
• Your birthday off every year!
What We’re Looking For:
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (in-house & out of date licences welcome – refreshers available)
• At least 2 years of forklift experience
• Confidence in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse
• Experience with double-decker trailers
Apply online today or call our friendly Industrial Team on 01902 714122