Counterbalance Forklift Driver

  • Simple Recruitment (South West) Ltd
  • Shepton Mallet, Somerset
  • Apr 29, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Simple Recruitment are looking for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity with our client in Shepton Mallet.

The Job:

You will be working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, playing a key role in the day-to-day operation. Duties will include loading and offloading pallets from vehicles, safely operating a counterbalance forklift to move stock and placing goods into designated storage areas. You will also be responsible for checking deliveries, ensuring stock is handled correctly, and maintaining a clean and organised workspace. This is a hands-on role where you may be required to support general warehouse duties when needed.

The Salary:

£13.00 per hour

The Hours:

Flexible start times ranging from 1.30am to 5.00am, working until finish, depending on candidate availability and business requirements.

A shift allowance is applicable for any shifts commencing before 4.00am

Requirements:

  • Valid counterbalance forklift licence
  • Previous warehouse and forklift experience preferred
  • Training can be provided where necessary
  • Hands-on approach with a willingness to get stuck in

Our brief: Simple Recruitment are acting as an employment business on behalf of our client, based in Shepton Mallet, who are seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis.