Counterbalance / Reach FLT Driver - Goods In

Thorn Baker Group · Chesterfield, East Midlands

Counterbalance / Reach FLT Driver - Goods In at Thorn Baker Group, based in Chesterfield, East Midlands, paying £13.00 per hour. This is a temp to perm role.

Salary
£13.00 per hour
Location
Chesterfield, East Midlands
Contract
Temp to perm
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
22 Sep 2026
Sector
Forklift Driver

25% below the typical rate for forklift driver

Reference 133404

About the role

Counterbalance / Reach FLT Driver - Goods In

Markham Vale, Chesterfield
£13.27 per hour + Overtime | Rotating Days | Temp to Perm

Looking for a long-term FLT Driver role within engineering rather than a busy distribution warehouse?

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is recruiting for a Counterbalance / Reach FLT Driver to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business based in Markham Vale.

This is a varied role where you'll be responsible for unloading HGVs, booking in deliveries, moving heavy steel, alloy and engineering materials using FLT equipment, carrying out visual quality inspections and supplying materials to production.

This opportunity would suit experienced Counterbalance FLT Drivers, Reach Truck Drivers, Goods In Operatives, Warehouse Operatives, Stores Operatives, Materials Handlers and Stock Controllers looking for a stable Monday to Friday role with genuine long-term prospects.

Working Hours

Week 1

  • Monday to Thursday: 6:00am – 2:30pm
  • Friday: 6:00am – 10:00am

Week 2

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
  • Friday: 10:00am – 2:00pm

Pay: £13.27 per hour

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating Counterbalance and/or Reach FLT equipment to unload, transport and store heavy steel, alloy and engineering materials.
  • Receiving, checking and booking in incoming deliveries.
  • Moving long, heavy and awkward loads safely around the warehouse and production facility.
  • Carrying out visual quality inspections on incoming materials.
  • Checking delivery notes and updating stock records.
  • Supplying materials to production departments.
  • Supporting warehouse and stock control activities.
  • Maintaining high housekeeping and health & safety standards.

What We're Looking For

  • Previous Counterbalance and/or Reach FLT experience.
  • Experience within Goods In, Warehouse, Stores or Manufacturing.
  • Experience handling heavy materials within an engineering, manufacturing or industrial environment would be advantageous.
  • Good attention to detail and quality standards.
  • A reliable and safety-conscious approach.
  • Looking for a long-term opportunity.

What's on Offer?

  • £13.27 per hour
  • Weekly pay.
  • Temp to perm opportunity.
  • Overtime available.
  • Early finish every Friday.
  • Stable Monday to Friday working pattern.
  • Long-term career with a successful engineering manufacturer.

If you're an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver, Reach Truck Driver, Goods In Operative, Warehouse Operative, Stores Operative or Materials Handler, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.

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Reference: 133404 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 22 Sep 2026 · Listed via Thorn Baker Group

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