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Counterbalance Forklift Driver – Ashby de la Zouch
Are you an experienced counterbalance forklift driver looking to combine your skills with picking and packing duties? This role based in Ashby de la Zouch offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, supporting a leading logistics client. The role offers a 12 week temp to perm contract with the opportunity to go permanent after.
Have you worked for well-known employers such as XPO Logistics, DHL, or Wincanton? If so, this could be the perfect next step for your career! We’re searching for proactive individuals who are keen to drive forklifts safely and accurately while also helping with order picking and packing to meet daily targets.
Why you’ll love this role:
- Competitive salary at £13.00 per hour.
- Monday – Friday 10:00 – 18:00
- Opportunity to develop skills in both forklift operation and warehouse logistics
- Supportive team environment with clear health & safety priorities
- Location benefits: easy access to Ashby de la Zouch and surrounding areas
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a counterbalance forklift to move stock within the warehouse
- Efficiently pick and pack orders accurately to client specifications
- Load and unload delivery vehicles while maintaining stock organisation
- Conduct daily forklift checks and report any maintenance issues promptly
- Assist with stock rotation and quality inspections to ensure product integrity
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines
- Work collaboratively with warehouse staff to meet and exceed operational targets
Requirements:
- Valid counterbalance forklift licence
- Previous warehouse or logistics experience, ideally with picking and packing
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure
- Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings or afternoons
- Commitment to health and safety best practices
If you’re ready to take on a varied role combining driving and warehouse operations, apply now to join a client that values your expertise!
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 and Engineering, Driving and Industrial, Hospitality and Professional and Executive sectors.
Counterbalance Forklift Driver role based in Ashby de la Zouch, combining forklift work with picking and packing in a busy warehouse. Pay is £13.00 per hour, Monday to Friday 10:00–18:00, on a 12-week temp-to-perm contract with the chance to go permanent.
- £13.00 per hour
- Monday to friday 10:00–18:00 shifts
- 12-week temp-to-perm with permanent opportunity
- Counterbalance forklift driving plus picking and packing duties
- Supportive team with strong health and safety focus
- Easy access location in and around ashby de la zouch
You’ll get variety in your day, mixing counterbalance forklift driving with hands-on warehouse work to keep things moving. It’s a supportive, safety-first environment with clear targets and the opportunity to build broader logistics skills. With temp-to-perm, you can enjoy a quick route to stability and long-term progression.