Thorn Baker Recruitment

Counterbalance FLT Dispatch Operative

S44 6AE

Key information

Pay
£13.45 to £13.45 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
22 Oct 2026
Closing date
21 Nov 2026

About this role

Counterbalance B1 Dispatch Operative – Bolsover, Chesterfield

£13.45 per hour | Monday–Friday | Days | Temp to Perm

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting for a

Counterbalance B1 Dispatch Operative to join a busy warehouse and distribution operation based in

Bolsover, Chesterfield.

This is primarily a

dispatch-based role, with approximately

80% of your time spent within dispatch and 20% operating a Counterbalance FLT. We're looking for someone who is confident working in a busy warehouse environment and has a valid, in-date

B1 Counterbalance licence.

Candidates without a valid, in-date B1 Counterbalance licence will not be considered.

The Role

  • Preparing customer orders for dispatch
  • Checking, labelling and organising goods ready for despatch
  • Loading and unloading vehicles safely
  • Moving and positioning stock using a Counterbalance FLT
  • Completing dispatch paperwork and warehouse documentation
  • Carrying out stock checks and ensuring orders are accurate
  • Working closely with the warehouse and logistics teams
  • General warehouse and dispatch duties as required

Hours & Pay

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£13.45 per hour

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Monday to Friday

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Either 9

00am – 6:00pm or 10:00am – 7:00pm

  • Weekly pay

Benefits

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Monday–Friday working – no weekends

  • Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment
  • Modern warehouse environment
  • Free on-site parking
  • Steady workload
  • Supportive team

What We're Looking For

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Valid, in-date B1 Counterbalance FLT licence – essential

  • Previous Counterbalance FLT experience
  • Previous warehouse and/or dispatch experience
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy
  • Reliable and hardworking attitude
  • Comfortable working as part of a busy warehouse team

If you're an experienced

Counterbalance FLT Driver / Dispatch Operative looking for a

Monday–Friday, long-term opportunity, apply today.

A Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment consultant will be in touch.

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