New Counterbalance Forklift Driver position available at Randstad CPE (phone number removed)
Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Ashford, Kent (TN23)
Start Date: 23/09/2026
Contract Duration: Long term work (temporary contract)
Pay Rate: £17.50 to £18.00 per hour (dependent on pay type; PAYE, umbrella PAYE or CIS)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver for an immediate start today, delivering construction materials directly to sites across Ashford and the wider Kent area.
This contract is temporary but offering consistent daily work and strong weekly earnings for an experienced Forklift Driver.
Key Responsibilities
Operating the counterbalance forklift for the majority of the role
Moving pallets around the yard and unloading/loading vehicles and warehouse areas
Using a printer to print labels
Ensuring all forklift operations are carried out safely and efficiently
Requirements
CPCS or NPORS ticket with valid counterbalance forklift qualification
Computer literate using warehouse systems
Flexible and willing to assist with yard duties
Full PPE (Steel toe boots, high-vis jacket, hard hat, gloves)
Right to work in the UK
Reliable, punctual and safety conscious
How to Apply (Urgent Start)
If you have a counterbalance CPCS or NPORS ticket and can start immediately in Ashford, please call Shaye on (phone number removed)
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
