Counterbalance FLT / Yard Operative
Posted on May 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£28k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
Counterbalance FLT / Yard Operative – Permanent Role Location: Barking Salary: £28,000–£30,000 (DOE) Hours: 42.5 per week, Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00/4:30pm
A well‑established scaffolding hire and sales company in Barking is looking to add a reliable and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) / Yard Operative to their team.
About the Role
This is a dual-position, with your time split evenly between FLT operation and general yard duties. You’ll be working with scaffolding materials, supporting the smooth running of the yard, and ensuring safe, efficient loading and unloading.
Key Responsibilities
Operating a Counterbalance FLT (minimum 3.5t, up to 4t)
Loading and unloading scaffolding equipment
Organising, maintaining, and moving stock around the yard
Supporting yard operations including picking, packing, and general labouring
Ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently
Requirements
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (3.5t minimum)
Previous experience in a yard, construction, or scaffolding environment preferred
Strong awareness of health & safety
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary £28k–£30k depending on experience
Stable, full‑time permanent role
Friendly, supportive team environment
Consistent daytime hours with no weekend work
Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!
The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed) />
Many Thanks
A well‑established scaffolding hire and sales company in Barking is looking to add a reliable and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) / Yard Operative to their team.
About the Role
This is a dual-position, with your time split evenly between FLT operation and general yard duties. You’ll be working with scaffolding materials, supporting the smooth running of the yard, and ensuring safe, efficient loading and unloading.
Key Responsibilities
Operating a Counterbalance FLT (minimum 3.5t, up to 4t)
Loading and unloading scaffolding equipment
Organising, maintaining, and moving stock around the yard
Supporting yard operations including picking, packing, and general labouring
Ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently
Requirements
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (3.5t minimum)
Previous experience in a yard, construction, or scaffolding environment preferred
Strong awareness of health & safety
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary £28k–£30k depending on experience
Stable, full‑time permanent role
Friendly, supportive team environment
Consistent daytime hours with no weekend work
Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!
The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed) />
Many Thanks
Reference: 225086848
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Counterbalance FLT / Yard Operative
Posted on May 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£28k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
Counterbalance FLT / Yard Operative – Permanent Role Location: Barking Salary: £28,000–£30,000 (DOE) Hours: 42.5 per week, Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00/4:30pm
A well‑established scaffolding hire and sales company in Barking is looking to add a reliable and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) / Yard Operative to their team.
About the Role
This is a dual-position, with your time split evenly between FLT operation and general yard duties. You’ll be working with scaffolding materials, supporting the smooth running of the yard, and ensuring safe, efficient loading and unloading.
Key Responsibilities
Operating a Counterbalance FLT (minimum 3.5t, up to 4t)
Loading and unloading scaffolding equipment
Organising, maintaining, and moving stock around the yard
Supporting yard operations including picking, packing, and general labouring
Ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently
Requirements
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (3.5t minimum)
Previous experience in a yard, construction, or scaffolding environment preferred
Strong awareness of health & safety
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary £28k–£30k depending on experience
Stable, full‑time permanent role
Friendly, supportive team environment
Consistent daytime hours with no weekend work
Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!
The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed) />
Many Thanks
A well‑established scaffolding hire and sales company in Barking is looking to add a reliable and experienced Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) / Yard Operative to their team.
About the Role
This is a dual-position, with your time split evenly between FLT operation and general yard duties. You’ll be working with scaffolding materials, supporting the smooth running of the yard, and ensuring safe, efficient loading and unloading.
Key Responsibilities
Operating a Counterbalance FLT (minimum 3.5t, up to 4t)
Loading and unloading scaffolding equipment
Organising, maintaining, and moving stock around the yard
Supporting yard operations including picking, packing, and general labouring
Ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently
Requirements
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (3.5t minimum)
Previous experience in a yard, construction, or scaffolding environment preferred
Strong awareness of health & safety
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary £28k–£30k depending on experience
Stable, full‑time permanent role
Friendly, supportive team environment
Consistent daytime hours with no weekend work
Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!
The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed) />
Many Thanks
Reference: 225086848
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