Counterbalance Forklift Driver
| Posting date: | 29 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Pension |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | NN9 5DB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | GR Employment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
G R Employment Ltd is looking for a qualified Counterbalance Forklift Driver. This position is for an immediate start in the Wellingborough NN9 5DB area. You will be working for one of the UK’s leading companies in dried fruits, nuts, and seeds. The company has been manufacturing for over 100 years here in the UK and providing healthy, nutritious snacks.
We’re looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking consistent work with a bit of flexibility built in.
Shift Available:
Monday to Friday: 7 AM to 3 PM (with one weekend of Saturday and Sunday shifts every 5 weeks, on a rota basis)
Hourly Rate: £12.89 per hour
Overtime Rate: £19.33 per hour (After 40 hours)
Job Responsibilities:
Your daily responsibilities include operating a forklift and picking, loading, and unloading vehicles. You will be using a truck with an RF scanner to pick up and transfer stock to its designated product location. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and performing general warehouse tasks. It is essential to have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Most importantly, you should be able to work effectively as part of a team.
Job qualifications:
You will need to have a valid Counterbalance licence.
Preferred basic experience with forklift trucks.
Food Hygiene and Health and safety training will be given when required
Benefits:
Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata
Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
Weekly pay and pension scheme
We’re looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking consistent work with a bit of flexibility built in.
Shift Available:
Monday to Friday: 7 AM to 3 PM (with one weekend of Saturday and Sunday shifts every 5 weeks, on a rota basis)
Hourly Rate: £12.89 per hour
Overtime Rate: £19.33 per hour (After 40 hours)
Job Responsibilities:
Your daily responsibilities include operating a forklift and picking, loading, and unloading vehicles. You will be using a truck with an RF scanner to pick up and transfer stock to its designated product location. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and performing general warehouse tasks. It is essential to have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Most importantly, you should be able to work effectively as part of a team.
Job qualifications:
You will need to have a valid Counterbalance licence.
Preferred basic experience with forklift trucks.
Food Hygiene and Health and safety training will be given when required
Benefits:
Statutory holiday entitlement, pro rata
Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
Weekly pay and pension scheme