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Counterbalance FLT

CV-Library Birmingham Posted 05 Oct 2026 Closing: 01 Jan 0001
Temporary
£15.47 - £19.28/hour Enhanced Holiday

Job Description & Overview

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Counterbalance Long Forks FLT Drivers – Castle Bromwich</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3"> </p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ongoing Agency Work - Various Shifts - 40 Hours Per Week</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are recruiting experienced Counterbalance long forks Forklift Truck Drivers for an ongoing logistics assignment based in Castle Bromwich. This is long‑term agency work, with the potential for a permanent contract in the future — However, this is not guaranteed.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Shifts patterns:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Fixed Days: 06:00-14:00 - £15.47 per hour</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Fixed Afternoons: 14:00 – 22:00 – £16.77 per hour</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Fixed Nights: 22:00-06:00 - £19.28 - per hour.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">All roles are 40 hours per week with optional overtime depending on site</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements.</h5>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Operating Counterbalance FLT (long forks) safely and efficiently</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Loading and unloading vehicles and trailers using long forks</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Checking, tagging and processing items</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Supporting warehouse operations when not required to be on the forks</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Following all site health & safety procedures. </p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Important:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is not a 100% forklift role. All applicants must be willing to carry out warehouse duties.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Anyone unwilling to work off the forklift should not apply.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Must have Long Forks FLT driving experience.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid Counterbalance FLT licence, taken or refreshed within the last 3 years</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Licence must be accredited by one of the following bodies:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">RTITB</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">AITT</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">ABA</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">ITSSAR</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good communication and attention to detail</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Must have no unspent convictions</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Must complete a pre‑employment interview</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Must pass a Drug & Alcohol test</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Reliable, punctual, and able to consistently work the chosen shift</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What We Offer</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">35 days holiday (pro‑rata)</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Weekly pay (Every Friday)</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ongoing, long‑term agency assignment.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Competitive pay rates across all shifts.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Consistent hours with a fixed shift pattern.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Supportive onsite team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Potential (not guaranteed) opportunity for permanent employment.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Free on-site Parking.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">How to Apply</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you meet ALL of the above criteria and are interested in ongoing counterbalance long forks FLT work with stable shifts, please submit your up to date CV today!</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Only applicants meeting the licence and compliance</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements will be considered.</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">For over 35 years, Rapier has been trusted by employers and job seekers across the UK. We’re recognised experts in transport, logistics, office and warehousing recruitment, supplying drivers, warehouse operatives and production staff to some of the country’s biggest brands.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">For more vacancies, please visit (url removed) or call OI2I 227 8OOI</p>

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Key Details
  • Date Posted: 05 Oct 2026
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Employment Type: Temporary
  • Category: Distribution
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