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Forklift Driver

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Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library
Nechells, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£13.5 - £27 Hourly
Temporary
Weekly Pay | Overtime Available

Aston Hall Road, Birmingham, B6 7FE

£13.49 per hour + Shift Premiums + Excellent Overtime Rates

Are you an experienced Counterbalance & Reach Forklift Driver looking for a long-term opportunity with competitive pay, regular overtime, and the chance to secure a permanent position?

We are recruiting reliable and motivated FLT Drivers to join a busy, fast-paced warehouse operation in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established business offering consistent work and career progression.

Why Join Us?

⭐ Fixed morning shifts – finish early and enjoy your afternoons

⭐ Weekly pay

⭐ Permanent opportunities available

⭐ Excellent overtime rates

⭐ Free onsite parking

⭐ Onsite canteen facilities

⭐ Workplace pension scheme

⭐ Supportive team environment

⭐ Immediate starts available

Pay & Benefits

Standard Rate: £13.49 per hour

Shift Premium: Additional 20% premium for hours worked outside core hours (08:00-16:30)

Overtime Rates:

Weekdays: £20.24 per hour
Saturdays & Sundays: £26.98 per hour

Working Hours

39 hours per week

Fixed Morning Shift

Monday to Thursday: 05:00 - 13:00
Friday: 05:00 - 12:00
No rotating shifts – enjoy a consistent schedule every week.

The Role

As a Forklift Truck Driver, you will play a key role in supporting warehouse operations and ensuring goods are moved safely and efficiently throughout the site.

Your responsibilities will include:

Operating Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently
Completing daily pre-use FLT safety checks
Loading and unloading vehicles
Moving pallets, stock, and materials throughout the warehouse
Picking and packing customer orders
Supporting general warehouse operations
Following all health and safety procedures
Working closely with team leaders and supervisors to meet daily targets
Maintaining high standards of accuracy and care when handling products
Supporting manual handling activities and heavy lifting when required

What We're Looking For

✅ Valid Counterbalance/Reach Truck licences

✅ Previous FLT driving experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment

✅ Strong commitment to health and safety

✅ Good attention to detail

✅ Reliable, hardworking, and team-focused attitude

✅ Flexibility to work overtime when required

Ready to Get Started?

If you're an experienced FLT Driver looking for a stable role with excellent pay, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your warehouse career.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Licence/Certification Required: Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Licences (valid and in date)

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: 225368822

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Forklift Driver

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Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library

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Nechells, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£13.5 - £27 Hourly
Temporary
Weekly Pay | Overtime Available

Aston Hall Road, Birmingham, B6 7FE

£13.49 per hour + Shift Premiums + Excellent Overtime Rates

Are you an experienced Counterbalance & Reach Forklift Driver looking for a long-term opportunity with competitive pay, regular overtime, and the chance to secure a permanent position?

We are recruiting reliable and motivated FLT Drivers to join a busy, fast-paced warehouse operation in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established business offering consistent work and career progression.

Why Join Us?

⭐ Fixed morning shifts – finish early and enjoy your afternoons

⭐ Weekly pay

⭐ Permanent opportunities available

⭐ Excellent overtime rates

⭐ Free onsite parking

⭐ Onsite canteen facilities

⭐ Workplace pension scheme

⭐ Supportive team environment

⭐ Immediate starts available

Pay & Benefits

Standard Rate: £13.49 per hour

Shift Premium: Additional 20% premium for hours worked outside core hours (08:00-16:30)

Overtime Rates:

Weekdays: £20.24 per hour
Saturdays & Sundays: £26.98 per hour

Working Hours

39 hours per week

Fixed Morning Shift

Monday to Thursday: 05:00 - 13:00
Friday: 05:00 - 12:00
No rotating shifts – enjoy a consistent schedule every week.

The Role

As a Forklift Truck Driver, you will play a key role in supporting warehouse operations and ensuring goods are moved safely and efficiently throughout the site.

Your responsibilities will include:

Operating Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Trucks safely and efficiently
Completing daily pre-use FLT safety checks
Loading and unloading vehicles
Moving pallets, stock, and materials throughout the warehouse
Picking and packing customer orders
Supporting general warehouse operations
Following all health and safety procedures
Working closely with team leaders and supervisors to meet daily targets
Maintaining high standards of accuracy and care when handling products
Supporting manual handling activities and heavy lifting when required

What We're Looking For

✅ Valid Counterbalance/Reach Truck licences

✅ Previous FLT driving experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment

✅ Strong commitment to health and safety

✅ Good attention to detail

✅ Reliable, hardworking, and team-focused attitude

✅ Flexibility to work overtime when required

Ready to Get Started?

If you're an experienced FLT Driver looking for a stable role with excellent pay, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your warehouse career.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Licence/Certification Required: Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Licences (valid and in date)

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
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Reference: 225368822

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