Fork Lift Truck driver
| Posting date: | 19 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 April 2026 |
| Location: | TF7 4QN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tudor Employment Agency Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | telf936-9475 |
Summary
Fork Lift Truck Driver
Location: West Midlands, Shropshire, Telford
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time hours
Industry: Logistics, Procurement, Distribution and Supply Chain
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Job Description
Our client in the Halesfield area of Telford is looking for a Counterbalance fork lift truck driver to join their team. This role requires the safe and efficient operation of a counterbalance fork lift truck within a busy logistics and distribution environment. The postholder is responsible for handling goods, materials, and stock in accordance with health and safety regulations and company procedures. The role supports the smooth running of warehouse operations, contributing to the timely receipt, storage, and despatch of goods.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate a counterbalance fork lift truck to load, unload, move, and stack goods and materials safely and efficiently within the warehouse or distribution centre.
• Ensure all goods are handled with care to prevent damage and maintain stock integrity.
• Assist with general warehouse duties including order picking, packing, and stock rotation as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet daily operational targets and deadlines.
• Comply with site rules and regulations, ensuring a clean and organised working environment.
Required Qualifications
• Valid counterbalance fork lift truck licence.
Education
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand instructions and complete documentation.
Experience
• Proven experience operating a counterbalance fork lift truck within a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
Knowledge and Skills
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to fork lift truck operation and warehouse work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in handling and recording goods.
• Good time management skills to meet operational deadlines.
Working Conditions
• The role is based within warehouse and manufacturing environments, which may be subject to varying temperatures.
• The postholder will be required to work full-time hours, shifts are 12 hours, days/nights and include some weekends