FLT Counterbalance Driver

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Northampton
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Transportation & Logistics
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

FLT Counterbalance Operation B1 Counterbalance Licence 3.5-Tonne Double Pallet Handling Warehouse Operations Manual Handling Safety Compliance D1 Reach Licence (Beneficial) Physical Fitness

FULL DESCRIPTION

FLT Counterbalance Driver - Northampton - 4 On 4 Off

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Ltd (on behalf of a leading distributor of beers, wines and spirits)
Location: Swan Valley, Northampton (NN4)
Salary: £16.30 - £24.41 per hour (nights: £17.49 - £24.22 per hour) + Holiday pay
Role Type: Temporary, Full-time (Night Shift 4 on 4 off, 6:00pm - 6:00am)
Posted: 9 hours ago
Expiry: 5th May, 2026

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is currently recruiting experienced FLT Counterbalance Drivers for our client, a leading distributor of beers, wines and spirits supplying the public sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established logistics operation based in Northampton NN4.

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year's experience working in a warehouse or logistics environment
  • Valid B1 Counterbalance licence with strong experience operating FLTs in a fast-paced, safety-focused workplace
  • Experience using 3.5-tonne double pallet handlers (essential)
  • Comfortable with some manual handling
  • D1 Reach licence beneficial but not essential
  • Physically fit and capable of meeting role demands
  • Ability to start immediately is an advantage

Why Apply?

  • Consistent full-time hours
  • Great pay rates
  • Work with a respected national distributor
  • Overtime opportunities available

Additional Information

Please note site carry out Drug and Alcohol test during induction and assessment stages for this role. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

How to Apply

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