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Counterbalance Forklift Driver

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Key information

Pay
£13.65 to £13.65 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
9 Oct 2026
Closing date
8 Nov 2026

About this role

Counterbalance Forklift Driver | Counterbalance FLT Operator | Forklift Truck Driver | FLT Driver

Exeter | £13.65 per hour | Monday - Friday | Temporary

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for

a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a well-established manufacturing company based near Exeter. A forklift driving role, with other responsibilities surrounding warehouse operations and goods in. Working the day shift Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 4pm

Monday to Thursday and 7

45am to 12:15pm on Fridays. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. The successful candidates will be proactive and comfortable working independently, as well as being a team player.

Please note

the Counterbalance Forklift Licence needs to be external.

Key Duties

  • Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
  • Load and unload vehicles and incoming deliveries.
  • Move stock, raw materials, and finished products throughout the site.
  • Store and retrieve pallets from racking and designated storage areas.
  • Assist with goods-in, stock control, and inventory checks.
  • Pick, pack, and prepare orders where required.
  • Complete warehouse paperwork and update stock records accurately.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and health & safety.

Requirements

  • Valid externally accredited Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence.
  • Previous Counterbalance FLT operating experience.
  • Experience working within a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
  • Good attention to detail and ability to work safely.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and punctual.
  • Ability to undertake some manual handling duties when required.

What We Offer

  • £13.65 per hour
  • Monday to Friday working pattern.
  • Early finish every

Friday at 12

15pm.

  • Weekly pay.
  • On-site parking.
  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • No weekend working

Interested?

Apply online with your up-to-date CV or contact the Acorn by Synergie Exeter office for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.