Average Forklift Operator salary in the UK

Now Hiring: Counterbalance Forklift Drivers Location: On-site | Shift: 12-hour shifts | Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Are you a skilled Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for your next opportunity?Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy being part of a hardworking team? We're currently recruiting motivated FLT drivers to join our client's well-established operation. If you're reliable, safety-conscious, and happy to roll your sleeves up when it gets busy - we want to hear from you! Shift Pattern 12-hour shifts: 07:00 - 19:00 Days: Sunday to Thursday (Flexibility required) Pay Rates £12.90/hour Key Responsibilities Operate Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently across the site Load/unload, stack, store, and transport raw materials and finished goods Conduct raw material and finished goods counts Maintain stock rotation and report any quality variances Follow all site SOPs and Health & Safety procedures Complete daily forklift start-up checks Keep work area clean, neat, and safe at all times What We're Looking For Valid Counterbalance FLT license Experience in warehousing or production environments Strong work ethic and a team player Good communication and reliability Benefits Free on-site parking Opportunity for overtime Supportive team environment IMMEDIATE INTERVIEW AND START

Warehouse Operative - Forklift Licensed (Supervisory Duties) Location: HounslowHours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pmJob Type: Full-time / PermanentSalary: £30,000 per annum The Role We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Warehouse Operative to join our client's busy warehouse team. This is a hands-on role involving pick and pack, forklift operation, and supporting supervisory responsibilities to help keep the warehouse running smoothly. Key Duties Picking and packing customer orders accuratelyPreparing goods for dispatch (labelling, wrapping, checking items)Loading/unloading deliveries and moving stock safelyOperating a forklift truck (valid licence required)Using warehouse systems/scanners and basic computer workSupporting the supervision of warehouse staff and daily task allocationAssisting with training new team members and maintaining standardsKeeping the warehouse clean, safe, and well organised Requirement Previous warehouse experience (pick & pack essential)Valid forklift licence (Counterbalance)Computer literate (warehouse systems, scanners, email, basic spreadsheets)Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong attention to detail and good communication skillsDBS (basic) CheckA positive attitude with the confidence to support and guide others Benefits Competitive payOvertime availableTraining and development opportunitiesSupportive team environmentCompany pension / holiday entitlement

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Reach Truck or Counterbalance Forklift Driver to work within a local company, starting immediately. Based in Bicester the working hours will operate on a rotational shift, working 6am-2pm and 2pm to 10pm on alternative weeks. Main responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following…Careful packing of products.Prepare items for loading, ensuring they are placed in the correct loading areas.Confident operation of the Reach Truck to move items where appropriate.To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria…A flexible, can do attitudePrevious experience within a similar environmentA valid in date and transferable Reach Truck or/and Counterbalance Forklift LicenceA full in date Driving LicenseQuick thinking and self-motivated with good organisation skillsPaying £14.69 per hour this position is a temporary role but may result in a permanent role for the right candidate. This is a great opportunity not to be missed, if you are an experienced Reach Truck or Counterbalance Forklift driver, apply now!K2 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.