Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited
Forklift Driver
WV4 6QJ
Key information
- Pay
- £15.12 to £15.12 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Workplace arrangement
- On-site
- Posted date
- 12 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Nov 2026
About this role
Owen Payne Recruitment are recruiting experienced
Forklift Operators to join a leading palletised freight distributor based in
Wolverhampton.
With a brand-new, purpose-built facility, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation and secure a long-term position with a company that invests in its people.
This is a 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity, giving you the chance to prove yourself and move into a permanent role with excellent additional benefits.
THE ROLE
Working as part of a busy, high-volume distribution hub, you’ll play a key role in keeping freight moving safely and efficiently.
Your responsibilities will include
- Loading and unloading double-decker trailers
- Operating within a fast-paced hub with 70+ forklifts
- Moving palletised freight safely and efficiently
- Ensuring freight is loaded with correct and safe weight distribution
- Carrying out all duties in line with Health & Safety procedures
- Reporting any freight or equipment damage
- Supporting the wider warehouse operation with additional duties when required
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
To be considered for this role, you must have
- An in-date accredited Counterbalance Forklift Licence
- At least 2 years’ forklift experience
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse or distribution environment
- Hands-on experience loading and unloading double-decker trailers within a network environment
SHIFT PATTERN & PAY
Monday to Friday
Start
19:00–19:30
Finish
04:30–05:00
Shift length
9 hours
Pay
£15.12 per hour
If you're looking for consistent Monday-to-Friday night work with the opportunity to secure a permanent position, this could be the role for you.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
As a temporary worker, you’ll have access to
- Free onsite parking
- Secure bike storage
- Vending machines and water coolers
- Free hot drinks
- Free Food Fridays
- Easy access via public transport
- Annual pay reviews
MOVE PERMANENT & GET EVEN MORE
Once you secure a permanent position, you’ll also benefit from
- Further pay increases
- Store discounts
- Wellness programmes
- Free prescription safety glasses
- Performance-related bonuses
- Refer-a-friend scheme
- Your birthday off every year
If you’re an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Operator looking for a stable night-shift role with the opportunity to go permanent, we want to hear from you.
Apply online today or call the Owen Payne Recruitment Industrial Team on 01902 714122.