Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver

Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver | FLT Driver | Counterbalance FLT Operator | Forklift Driver | Warehouse Operative Temporary to Permanent | £13.06-£13.66 per hour | 4 on 4 off Rotating Days & Nights | Immediate…

Pay rate £13.06 – £13.66/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 21 August 2026

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Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver | FLT Driver | Counterbalance FLT Operator | Forklift Driver | Warehouse Operative

Temporary to Permanent | £13.06-£13.66 per hour | 4 on 4 off Rotating Days & Nights | Immediate Start

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver to join a busy manufacturing business on a temporary to permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a valid Counterbalance Forklift licence who are looking for long-term, full-time employment with an immediate start. You'll play a key role in supporting production by ensuring materials are loaded, unloaded, and moved safely throughout the site.

Key Duties

Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.

Offload deliveries and store goods correctly.

Issue raw materials and packaging to production teams.

Load and unload vehicles as required.

Support manufacturing operations with the movement of materials.

Maintain high housekeeping standards, ensuring work areas remain safe, clean, and organised.

Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Requirements

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.

Previous experience in a similar FLT, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing role.

Ability to work a rotating day and night shift pattern.

Reliable with a strong awareness of health and safety.

Good communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Available for an immediate start.

Hours & Pay

4 days on / 4 days off / 4 nights on rotating shift pattern.

Day shifts: 6am-6pm.

Night shifts: 6pm-6am.

£13.06-£13.66 per hour.

What We Offer

Temporary to permanent opportunity.

Immediate start available.

Competitive hourly pay.

Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme with discounts and high street vouchers.

Access to Acorn wellbeing services and support portal.

Ongoing support from Acorn by Synergie throughout your assignment.

Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Counterbalance Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Driver, Counterbalance FLT Operator, Forklift Driver, or Warehouse Operative, apply today with your up-to-date CV and a member of the Acorn by Synergie team will be in touch

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