Forklift Counterbalance Driver

Counterbalance Forklift Driver Lichfield (WS14) | £13.50 per hour | 8am-4pm | Monday-Friday | Ongoing Work GI Group are recruiting on behalf of a leading logistics company based in the WS14. We are looking for an…

Pay rate £13.50/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 11 September 2026

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Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Lichfield (WS14) | £13.50 per hour | 8am-4pm | Monday-Friday | Ongoing Work

GI Group are recruiting on behalf of a leading logistics company based in the WS14. We are looking for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their busy warehouse team on an ongoing basis.

The Role

Working as part of the warehouse and logistics operation, you will be responsible for:

Safely operating a counterbalance forklift truck
Loading and unloading vehicles
Moving, stacking and relocating palletised goods in the warehouse
Assisting with picking and put-away of stock
Following all site health & safety and warehouse procedures
Working as part of the team to meet daily targets and deadlines

Hours & Pay

Hours: 8am-4pm
Days: Monday to Friday
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Type: Ongoing work with potential for long-term opportunities for the right candidate

Requirements

Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (in house not accepted)
Minimum 12 months recent experience operating a counterbalance FLT in a warehouse or logistics environment
Good understanding of safe working practices and warehousing processes
Reliable, punctual and able to work the full afternoon/evening shift pattern
Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Regular Monday-Friday shifts - no rotating shifts or nights
Ongoing work with a reputable logistics company
Weekly pay
Support from GI Group throughout your assignment

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this Counterbalance Forklift Driver role, please apply today with your CV, or contact GI Group UK for more information.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website

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