Forklift Driver

Job Title: B3 Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Location: Shirley, Solihull

Pay Rate: £13.74 per hour

Hours: Fixed Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:30

Contract Type: Temporary ongoing

We are urgently recruiting for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver with a valid and in-date B3 category license as a minimum. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the team with a major equipment hire company, known widely across the UK, offering an immediate start for the right candidate.

Please be aware, only applicants with a valid and in date Counterbalance license, Category B3 will be considered for this position. B1 and B2 category will not be accepted

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently operate a counterbalance forklift truck (B3 Category minimum).

• Loading and unloading.

• Moving and allocating heavy stock around the site.

• Organising stock and maintaining safe storage areas.

• Following all health and safety procedures.

• Loading and unloading live loads, weighing up to 15 tons

• Manoeuvring the truck through narrow aisles and tight spaces

• General duties as and when required, stock taking, hygiene etc

Requirements:

• A valid and in-date Counterbalance Forklift B3 Category only.

• Minimum 1 year counterbalance forklift experience (essential).

• Applicants must be confident and capable operating the forklift truck.

• Proven ability to handle and manoeuvre heavy stock.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• Reliable and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Comfortable working in a busy environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.74.

• Fixed day shift – Monday to Friday, no weekends.

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with a major equipment hire company.

• Immediate start available.

• Free on-site parking.

• Supportive and long-term team environment.

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a stable role with the chance to go permanent in Solihull, we’d love to hear from you