VNA Forklift Driver

VNA / Counterbalance Forklift Driver Location: Witham, Essex Temporary to Permanent Pay & Shifts £13.50 per hour during the induction and training period £14.56 per hour once successfully signed off and moved onto the…

Pay rate £13.50 – £14.56/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 8 October 2026

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VNA / Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Location: Witham, Essex

Temporary to Permanent

Pay & Shifts
£13.50 per hour during the induction and training period
£14.56 per hour once successfully signed off and moved onto the permanent late shift
Monday to Friday
Training Shift: 6:00am - 3:00pm
Permanent Shift: 3:00pm - 12:00am

We are looking for a reliable and experienced VNA Forklift Driver to join their established warehouse team in Witham. We will also consider Counterbalance Forklift Drivers who are keen to gain their VNA licence and develop their career.

VNA Training Opportunity

If you hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence but do not currently have a VNA licence, they will support your training.

Contribute £250 towards your VNA licence
Upon successful completion of your probation period, the full £250 will be reimbursed

Training & Induction

For the first few weeks, you will work the 6:00am - 3:00pm shift to complete your induction and training programme. Once successfully completed, you will move permanently onto the 3:00pm - 12:00am late shift, where the hourly rate increases to £14.56 per hour.

Duties Include:

Operating VNA and/or Counterbalance forklifts safely
Loading stock into warehouse racking
Loading and unloading vehicles
Moving, stacking and wrapping pallets
Stock replenishment and put-away
Working within a busy, established warehouse environment
Following all Health & Safety procedures
Maintaining a clean and organised work area.What We're Looking For:

Valid VNA or Counterbalance Forklift Licence
Previous warehouse experience
Strong awareness of Health & Safety requirements
Reliable, hardworking and punctual
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Willingness to learn and develop new skillsThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business, gain a VNA qualification, and secure a long-term role with a growing company.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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