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Forklift Driver – Night Shift

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  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Temp to Perm
  • Basingstoke
  • £14.42 / Hour

Aligra Basingstoke

Are you an experienced forklift driver looking for a new Night Shift opportunity in Basingstoke?

Join a leading metal distribution company, operating a counterbalance forklift where if you excel, there are additional opportunities to progress.

This role offers the chance to work in a busy warehouse environment alongside a rapidly growing, supportive and friendly team. If you have worked at Goodman’s Steel, Parker Steel or Barrett Steel this position could be of interest to you.

Why you’ll love this role:

  • Consistent night shifts with reliable hours and excellent shift patterns
  • Work for a well-established metal distributor with a strong industry presence
  • Opportunities for development and training
  • Safety-first workplace culture – high-vis and safety boots provided

Pay & Shift:

  • £14.42 per hour (£30,000 per annum)
  • Sunday to Thursday
  • 22:00pm to 07:00am
  • Training will be on a Day Shift for approximately 1 to 2 weeks.

Your key responsibilities:

  • Safely operate a counterbalance forklift to load, unload and move metal stock efficiently.
  • Perform general warehouse duties including stock picking, packing and organising inventory.
  • Follow all health and safety regulations, wearing required PPE at all times.
  • Maintain a clean, organised warehouse environment.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth night shift operations.
  • Report any equipment faults or hazards promptly.

What we’re looking for:

  • Valid counterbalance forklift licence with proven warehouse experience.
  • Strong knowledge of warehouse safety procedures, especially for night work.
  • Reliable, punctual with good communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Comfortable wearing high-vis clothing and safety boots.

If you are interested in this position, please apply today or contact our Basingstoke branch on 01256 592792 for further information.

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors.

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Night Shift Counterbalance Forklift Driver needed in Basingstoke, working in a busy metal distribution warehouse. Pay is £14.42 per hour (around £30,000 per annum), Sunday to Thursday, 22:00 to 07:00, with 1–2 weeks’ training on days. This is an ongoing contract role with a supportive, growing team.

  • £14.42 per hour (c. £30
  • 000 per annum)
  • Night shifts sunday to thursday 22:00 to 07:00
  • 1–2 weeks’ day shift training to get you up to speed
  • Counterbalance forklift work in a well-established metal distributor
  • Supportive and friendly team with progression opportunities
  • Safety-first site with high-vis and safety boots provided

You’ll get consistent night work and reliable hours with a company that’s well established in metal distribution. The team is friendly and supportive, with training and development available if you want to progress. It’s a safety-first environment with PPE provided, so you can focus on doing the job well.