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Warehouse Operative & Counterbalance FLT Driver

Job details
Posting date: 17 February 2026
Salary: £13.69 to £16.50 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 03 March 2026
Location: Newport, Newport, NP19 4PW
Company: Acorn Recruitment
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: BBBH36235_1771325131

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Summary

Warehouse Operative & Counterbalance FLT Driver

Newport | Monday - Friday, 6am - 2pm | £13.69 PAYE / £16.50 Umbrella | Immediate Starts

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie, as a preferred supplier, is recruiting for a well-known and respected business in the Newport area. We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative & Counterbalance FLT Driver to support the efficient receiving, storage, picking, and loading of stock within their Newport hub.

This is an excellent opportunity offering immediate starts and potential for permanent employment.

Key Duties

  • Assist with deliveries, unloading and loading vehicles at the Newport hub.

  • Ensure stock is received, stored, picked, and dispatched efficiently.

  • Operate a Counterbalance FLT safely and effectively.

  • Carry out manual handling duties as required.

  • Follow safe working practices at all times.

Requirements

  • Valid and in-date Counterbalance FLT licence (ITSSAR or RTITB approved).

  • Previous warehouse and FLT experience.

  • Experience in manual handling.

  • Good knowledge of health and safety procedures.

  • Reliable and able to work as part of a team.

Pay

  • £13.69 per hour PAYE.

  • £16.50 per hour Umbrella PAYE.

  • Minimum 8 hours' pay guaranteed daily.

What We Offer

  • Monday to Friday working pattern.

  • Temp-to-perm opportunity.

  • Modern fleet of FLTs.

  • Free on-site parking.

  • Supportive team environment.

  • Weekly pay and online payslips.

  • 28 days' paid annual leave (pro rata, inclusive of statutory holidays).

  • Pension contributions.

  • Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact the Acorn Driving Team today for more information.

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

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