Counterbalance FLT, Birmingham,Midlands

Counterbalance Long Forks FLT Drivers – Castle Bromwich

Ongoing Agency Work - Various Shifts - 40 Hours Per Week


We are recruiting experienced Counterbalance long forks Forklift Truck Drivers for an ongoing logistics assignment based in Castle Bromwich. This is long‑term agency work, with the potential for a permanent contract in the future — However, this is not guaranteed.

Shifts patterns:

- Fixed Days: 06:00-14:00 - £15.02.
- Fixed Afternoons: 14:00 – 22:00 (Afternoons) – £16.28 per hour.
- Fixed Nights: 22:00-06:00 - &18.72 per hour.

All roles are 40 hours per week with optional overtime depending on site requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Operating Counterbalance FLT (long forks) safely and efficiently
- Loading and unloading vehicles and trailers using long forks.
- Checking, tagging and processing items.
- Supporting warehouse operations when not required to be on the forks
- Following all site health & safety procedures.


Important:

This is not a 100% forklift role. All applicants must be willing to carry out warehouse duties.
Anyone unwilling to work off the FLT should not apply.


Requirements

- Must have Long Forks FLT driving experience.
- Valid Counterbalance FLT licence, taken or refreshed within the last 3 years

- Licence must be accredited by one of the following bodies:

- RTITB
- AITT
- ABA
- ITSSAR

- Good communication and attention to detail
- Must have no unspent convictions
- Must complete a pre‑employment interview
- Must pass a Drug & Alcohol test
- Reliable, punctual, and able to consistently work the chosen shift

What We Offer

- 35 days holiday (pro‑rata)
- Weekly pay (Every Friday)
- Ongoing, long‑term agency assignment.
- Competitive pay rates across all shifts.
- Consistent hours with a fixed shift pattern.
- Supportive onsite team.
- Potential (not guaranteed) opportunity for permanent employment.
- Free on-site Parking.

How to Apply
If you meet ALL of the above criteria and are interested in ongoing counterbalance long forks FLT work with stable shifts, please submit your up to date CV today!

Only applicants meeting the licence and compliance requirements will be considered.

For over 35 years, Rapier has been trusted by employers and job seekers across the UK. We’re recognised experts in transport, logistics, office and warehousing recruitment, supplying drivers, warehouse operatives and production staff to some of the country’s biggest brands.
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