Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Bishop Auckland
Pay Rate: £12.71 - £17.00 per hour
Shifts: Two or Three Shift Rotation (Monday to Friday)
Ongoing Work | Permanent Opportunities Available
Established in 1979, Central Employment is recruiting experienced Counterbalance Forklift Drivers to join our client's busy warehouse operation in Bishop Auckland. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term, ongoing work with the potential for a permanent position with a well-established employer.
The Role
Working as part of a busy warehouse team, you will be responsible for the safe movement of stock, materials, and finished goods, supporting both production and dispatch operations. The role requires a proactive approach, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck.
- Issue materials, packaging, and consumables to production in line with company procedures.
- Pick, load, and dispatch customer orders accurately.
- Unload incoming deliveries and process goods received.
- Coordinate the dispatch of finished goods to external logistics providers.
- Support stock control activities and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Record stock movements and complete regular stock checks.
- Assist with stock takes and warehouse inspections.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse.
- Adhere to all site health, safety, and warehouse procedures.
What We're Looking For
- Valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
- Previous experience within a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
- Good understanding of safe working practices.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Experience using warehouse systems and completing stock-related administration would be advantageous.
- A reliable, positive, and team-focused attitude.
Pay & Hours
- £12.71 - £17.00 per hour, depending on experience.
- Monday to Friday.
- Two or three-shift rotation.
- Flexibility required as shift patterns may change to meet business needs.
What's On Offer?
- Long-term ongoing work.
- Opportunity to secure a permanent position.
- Weekly pay.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
- Immediate starts available.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for your next opportunity in Bishop Auckland, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact Mark or Yasmin on 0191 232 4816 for more information.