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Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver

Location

Wrexham

Pay rate, Salary

£13.06 - £13.66 per hour

Contract Type

Contract

Summary

Job description

Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver | FLT Driver | Counterbalance FLT Operator | Forklift Driver | Warehouse Operative

Temporary to Permanent | £13.06-£13.66 per hour | 4 on 4 off Rotating Days & Nights | Immediate Start


Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver to join a busy manufacturing business on a temporary to permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence who are looking for long-term, full-time employment with an immediate start. You'll play a key role in supporting production by ensuring materials are loaded, unloaded, and moved safely throughout the site.


Key Duties

  • Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.

  • Offload deliveries and store goods correctly.

  • Issue raw materials and packaging to production teams.

  • Load and unload vehicles as required.

  • Support manufacturing operations with the movement of materials.

  • Maintain high housekeeping standards, ensuring work areas remain safe, clean, and organised.

  • Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.


Requirements

  • Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.

  • Previous experience in a similar FLT, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing role.

  • Ability to work a rotating day and night shift pattern.

  • Reliable with a strong awareness of health and safety.

  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

  • Available for an immediate start.


Hours & Pay

  • 4 days on / 4 days off / 4 nights on rotating shift pattern.

  • Day shifts: 6am-6pm.

  • Night shifts: 6pm-6am.

  • £13.06-£13.66 per hour.


What We Offer

  • Temporary to permanent opportunity.

  • Immediate start available.

  • Competitive hourly pay.

  • Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme with discounts and high street vouchers.

  • Access to Acorn wellbeing services and support portal.

  • Ongoing support from Acorn by Synergie throughout your assignment.


Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Driver, Counterbalance FLT Operator, Forklift Driver, or Warehouse Operative, apply today with your up-to-date CV and a member of the Acorn by Synergie team will be in touch.

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