MET Recruitment

Forklift Counterbalance - Nights

WV4 6JT

Key information

Pay
£15.12 to £15.12 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
5 Oct 2026
Closing date
4 Nov 2026

About this role

Counterbalance Forklift Driver (Nights)

Wolverhampton

£15.12 per hour

Monday to Friday, 8:00pm - 5:30am

Full Time, Ongoing Position

We are currently recruiting for an experienced

Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy pallet network operation in Wolverhampton. This is a fast-paced, time-critical environment where efficiency, accuracy and safety are essential.

The successful candidate will have a proven background in pallet distribution and must be confident loading and unloading double deck trailers to strict deadlines.

Essential Requirements

  • Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
  • A minimum of 12 months continuous Counterbalance FLT experience within the last year.
  • At least 2 years' experience loading and unloading double deck trailers.
  • Experience working within a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
  • Strong awareness of load security and weight distribution.
  • Excellent understanding of health and safety procedures.

Desirable

  • Previous pallet network experience.
  • Experience working in high-volume transport or logistics operations.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Complete daily forklift safety checks and associated documentation at the start of each shift.
  • Operate a Counterbalance FLT safely and responsibly at all times.
  • Load and unload trailers within agreed operational timeframes.
  • Ensure correct weight distribution across trailer decks and axles.
  • Stack, move and distribute pallets efficiently while minimising damage.
  • Work safely alongside multiple forklift truck operators in a busy yard and warehouse environment.
  • Report any damage to equipment, trailers or pallets immediately.
  • Adhere to all site rules and operational procedures.
  • Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout the shift.
  • Cooperate fully with all company health and safety policies and requirements.
  • Support the wider operation to ensure service levels and deadlines are achieved.

What We're Looking For

  • Reliable and punctual.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong spatial awareness and attention to detail.
  • Team player with a positive, hardworking attitude.
  • Comfortable working in a physically demanding and high-volume environment.

To apply, please submit your CV and call Carrie on 01902 271979