Forklift Counterbalance Driver
Are you reliable, safety-focused, and enjoy working in a busy warehouse environment?
Pertemps are looking for experienced and motivated Forklift Counterbalance Drivers on a temporary basis with Royal Mail.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping Royal Mail move millions of parcels efficiently and safely across the country to deliver Christmas.
What You'll Be Doing
- Safely operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move materials, products, and equipment within the facility
- Load and unload trailers with mail and parcels
- Transport materials to and from storage areas, sorting machines, and loading docks
- Stack and organise pallets and cages in designated areas
- Complete pre-use checks and report any faults or damage immediately
- Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment
- Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet daily targets and deadlines
What We're Looking For
You'll need to be comfortable in a fast-paced warehouse environment and ready to support mail operations during busy periods.
You Must:
- Hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence
- Have previous FLT driving and warehouse experience (preferred)
- Able to lift mail bags up to 11kg and parcels up to 30kg and push trolleys/yorks up to 250kg
- Comfortable standing and walking for long periods
- Reliable and flexible with good attention to detail following safety procedures at all times
Pay & Shifts
- Morning Shift - 06:00-14:00 - £16.29 - Tuesday to Saturday
- Afternoon Shift - 14:00-22:00 £16.29 - Monday to Friday
- Night Shift - 22:00-06:00 - £17.59 Monday to Friday
Important Information
This role is for a Christmas period. Assignments are temporary and will automatically end once the site closes for the Christmas season.
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