Counterbalance Forklift Driver/Site Operative

Counterbalance Forklift Driver / Site Operative

Hixon, Staffordshire

£15.00 per hour during training, increasing to £15.60 per hour upon successful completion of training
Permanent Position
Rotating Days & Nights

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (preferred) will accept in house licence

Work Lyf Group are recruiting!

We are currently recruiting for Counterbalance Forklift Drivers / Site Operatives on behalf of a well-established business based in Hixon, Staffordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company operating within the aluminium recycling industry, offering long-term stability and excellent earning potential.

Shift Pattern

* 12-hour shifts

* Rotating pattern of:

* 2 weeks on Days

* 2 weeks on Nights

* Monday to Thursday

* 4 days on, 3 days off

Pay Rates

* £15.00 per hour during training

* £15.60 per hour once fully trained

Key Responsibilities

* Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently

* Loading and unloading materials and products

* Moving stock throughout the site and production areas

* Supporting the recycling and processing operations

* Carrying out general site operative duties as required

* Conducting daily forklift and equipment checks

* Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety

* Assisting with production activities when required

Requirements

* Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (preferred)

* Previous experience operating a Counterbalance FLT in an industrial or manufacturing environment

* Ability to work rotating day and night shifts

* Strong awareness of health and safety procedures

* Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team

* Experience within recycling, manufacturing, production or heavy industry would be advantageous

Benefits

* Permanent opportunity from day one

* Competitive hourly rate with training progression

* Three-day weekend every week

* Stable and secure employment

* Opportunity to develop skills within a growing industry

If you are an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for a permanent role with excellent shift patterns and career prospects, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed