Counterbalance Driver

Are you an experienced Counterbalance Driver looking for a varied, hands-on warehouse role? Do you enjoy working as part of a busy despatch team where no two days are the same? If so, we want to hear from you.Impact Recruitment are currently working with a well-established manufacturing business based in Corby who are looking to recruit a Counterbalance Driver to join their despatch team on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a physically active role combining warehouse duties, stock movement, despatch preparation, and forklift driving, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being on their feet and working as part of a busy team.Location: Corby Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 Pay: £13.50 per hour, increasing to £13.75 per hour after a successful 3-month probation, with a further increase upon becoming permanent Contract: Temp to PermDuties:Load and unload deliveries using a Counterbalance Forklift Truck * Prepare customer orders for despatch, ensuring accuracy at all times * Stack, label, and shrink-wrap pallets ready for collection * Move stock throughout the warehouse using pallet trucks and forklift trucks * Process despatch paperwork and ensure all documentation is completed correctly * Liaise with delivery drivers and transport companies throughout the day * Carry out manual handling duties, including lifting and moving boxes and preparing pallets for shipment * Support the wider warehouse and despatch team as requiredThe ideal candidate must:Hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence * Have previous warehouse, despatch, or logistics experience * Be physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual handling throughout the day * Have excellent communication skills with a good standard of spoken and written English * Be confident completing paperwork accurately * Have a positive attitude and be willing to support all areas of the despatch operation * Be reliable, committed, and looking for a long-term opportunityBenefits:Temp-to-perm opportunity * Pay increase after successful probation, with a further increase upon becoming permanent * Monday to Friday working hours - no weekends * Stable role within a growing manufacturing business * Friendly and supportive team environmentIf this role sounds of interest to you then please apply with an up-to-date CV.Impact Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our clientTPBN1_UKTJ