Forklift Driver

  • Job Reference: 071/01460
  • Date Posted: 2 October 2026
  • Employer: Driver Hire Lancaster
  • Location: Heysham, Lancashire
  • Salary: £28,155.60
  • Job Type: Contract, Permanent, Temporary

Job Description

Forklift Driver

Heysham

00:00 - 0800

Night Work 

£13.54 per hour holidays accrued / £15.17 holidays rolled in

 

Driver Hire Lancaster is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their busy warehouse and distribution operation on a temporary to permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual looking for long-term employment with a well-established business.

Salary & Benefits
£28,155.60 per annum when perm
Temp to Permanent contract
40 hours per week
Monday to Friday working pattern
Stable, long-term employment
Friendly and supportive team environment

Working Hours

Midnight to 9:00 AM Monday to Friday

 

The Role

As a Counterbalance Forklift Driver, you will play a key role in ensuring goods are received, stored and dispatched safely and efficiently. Working within a fast-paced warehouse environment, your duties will include:

  • Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently

  • Loading and unloading freight vehicles

  • Moving stock throughout the warehouse

  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

  • Following all health and safety procedures


Requirements

  • Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence/certification

  • Previous warehouse and FLT experience

  • Good attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Reliable and punctual approach to work

  • Good understanding of warehouse health and safety practices


Apply Today

If you're an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver seeking a permanent night shift role with excellent work-life balance and no weekend working, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through Indeed today or contact Driver Hire Lancaster for more information

01524 736668 or email Lancaster@driverhire.co.uk

 

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