Counterbalance Forklift Driver - Temp to Perm, Witney
Posted 3 days 2 hours ago by Gap Personnel
FLT Counterbalance Driver
Location: Witney, OX29
Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Temporary ongoing, with permanent opportunities available
Gap Personnel is currently recruiting an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver / Warehouse Operative to join a well established and supportive team based in Witney (OX29). This role plays a key part in the day to day operations of the branch, ensuring stock is handled safely, accurately, and efficiently.
You'll be working in a safety focused environment, supporting the smooth receiving, storage, picking, and dispatch of goods while delivering excellent service to customers.
Shift Pattern- Monday to Friday
- Shifts vary between 6:00am - 6:00pm
- Typically 7:30am - 4:30pm (9 hour shift)
- 1 hour unpaid break per day
- 40 paid hours per week
- Flexibility required, including a "work until all jobs are done" approach
- Assist with unloading and loading vehicles at the branch
- Receive, check, and store goods accurately in designated warehouse/yard locations
- Pick and prepare customer orders in line with sales requirements
- Load customer orders safely onto delivery vehicles
- Sign for deliveries and report any stock damage or discrepancies
- Carry out stock checks and maintain accurate stock records
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse/yard environment
- Perform daily checks and basic maintenance on forklifts and handling equipment
- Promote an "Everyone Safe, Every Day" safety culture
- Report accidents, incidents, and near misses in line with H&S procedures
- Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence (essential)
- Previous warehouse or yard experience (advantageous)
- Good numeracy, attention to detail, and data accuracy
- Basic IT skills
- Strong understanding of health & safety practices
- Flexible, reliable, and proactive with a can do attitude
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Customer focused approach and ability to work with minimal supervision
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long term employment with a supportive and well established business, with the potential for a permanent role for the right candidate.
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