Counterbalance Forklift Driver (FLT)

Counterbalance Forklift Driver (FLT)

Salary: £28,275 to £33,280 per annum, depending on experience

Location: Multipark, Stanton, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 2BG

Working pattern: Full-time, permanent. Monday to Friday, with a choice of shifts: 6am to 2pm, 8am to 4pm or 12pm to 8pm

Start date: Immediate starts available

About the role

Areera is the UK’s largest dedicated display equipment recycler. It uses robotics and automation to recycle TVs and monitors without shredding, and it is also the largest collector of fridges in Wales. The business is growing across the UK and has opened a new fridge recycling site in Stanton, Bury St Edmunds.

We are looking for experienced Counterbalance FLT Drivers to join the new team from day one.

This is a permanent position, and previous clamp experience would be beneficial.

What you’ll be doing

Operating a Counterbalance / Clamp FLT safely and efficiently

Loading and unloading fridges for outdoor storage

Moving and positioning fridges and recyclable materials around the site

Carrying out general yard duties when you’re not on the FLT

Completing routine FLT safety checks

Keeping the yard and work areas clean, organised and safe

Following site health and safety procedures at all times

Working flexibly with the wider team to support the day-to-day operation

What you’ll bring

A valid, in-date Counterbalance FLT licence

At least 12 months’ Counterbalance FLT driving experience

A good understanding of safe FLT operation and workplace health and safety

Confidence working outdoors in a busy industrial environment

A reliable, practical approach and a team-first attitude

Willingness to support with other site and yard duties when needed

Clamp experience (beneficial, not essential)

What’s on offer

Salary of £28,275 to £33,280 per annum, depending on experience

Permanent, full-time position

Choice of three Monday to Friday shift patterns

Immediate starts available

The chance to be part of a new site and team from the outset

Interested?

If you’re an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver looking for a secure, permanent role with a new team in Stanton, Bury St Edmunds, we’d like to hear from you. Apply today