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FLT Driver Reach and Counterbalance

Job details
Posting date: 07 January 2026
Salary: £12.69 to £16.92 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 06 February 2026
Location: Plymouth, Devon, PL1 1RR
Company: Acorn Recruitment
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: BBBH25572_1767794175

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Summary

Forklift Truck Drivers - Counterbalance & Reach

Beliver Area | Competitive pay | Rotating shifts | Temporary to Permanent | Immediate start

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting experienced Forklift Truck Drivers to join a busy international manufacturing and distribution site based in the Beliver area. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability, strong earning potential, and career progression within a supportive team environment.

Job Overview

  • Shifts: 7am-3pm / 3pm-11pm / 11pm-7am (rotating).

  • Contract: Temporary to permanent after 3 months.

  • Start: Immediate.

  • Extras: Overtime opportunities, monthly bonus, free parking, on a bus route, discounted canteen, development opportunities.

Key Duties

  • Operating Counterbalance and/or Reach Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently.

  • Supporting warehouse, production, and dispatch operations.

  • Moving stock within the facility in line with operational requirements.

  • Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times.

  • Working as part of a fast-paced, 24/7 logistics operation.

Requirements

  • Valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence.

  • Recent experience in a similar FLT role.

  • Flexible and reliable approach to rotating shift work.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

  • Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate with shift premiums.

  • Overtime and monthly bonus opportunities.

  • Free on-site parking and location on a bus route.

  • Discounted on-site canteen.

  • Full training and development opportunities.

  • Potential for permanent employment after 3 months.

  • Friendly and supportive working environment.

Interested?

Apply now to secure your interview for this Forklift Truck Driver role, or contact the Acorn by Synergie Plymouth Office for more information. All offers are subject to a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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