Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver (x2)
Location: Linford / SS17
Start Date: 25/05
Contract: Ongoing contract
Positions Available: 2
Shift Information
All successful candidates will complete an initial one-week onboarding and induction period, carried out on day shifts, which will include site induction, health & safety procedures, training, and familiarisation.
Following onboarding:
- Position 1: Night Shift 6:00pm to 6:00am
- Position 2: Day Shift Alternative day shift pattern 6:00am to 6:00pm
About the Role
We are seeking two experienced and reliable Counterbalance Forklift Truck Drivers to join the team at Tarmac s Linford Bagging Plant on an ongoing contract basis. Candidates will be responsible for safely operating counterbalance forklift trucks within a busy industrial/manufacturing environment while supporting site operations and maintaining health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
- Load, unload, move and store materials/products around site
- Support production and bagging plant operations as required
- Carry out daily vehicle and equipment checks before use
- Follow all site procedures and health & safety requirements
Requirements
- Valid CTITB Counterbalance Forklift Licence or equivalent certification
- Licence must cover Counterbalance Forklift operation up to 5 tonnes
- Previous experience operating Counterbalance FLTs in industrial, manufacturing, logistics, or similar environments
Desirable
- Previous experience within production, aggregates, manufacturing or plant environments