Quick overview
Job description
Forklift counterbalance driver required to start immediately at our client based in Plympton. The duties of the role include operating a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently, supporting daily dispatch activities, ensuring customer orders are prepared and loaded accurately, loading and unloading 20ft and 40ft shipping containers, carrying out bulk side loading operations in accordance with site procedures, assisting with stock movement, storage, and inventory control activities, conducting routine checks on consumables and report replenishment requirements, perform pre-use equipment inspections and report any defects or maintenance issues, maintaining excellent standards of housekeeping across warehouse, loading, and yard areas, following all health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures. Our client is offering a 3 month assignment for this role with an immediate start
The ideal candidate must have a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence (RTITB, ITSSAR, or equivalent).
Previous experience in a warehouse, dispatch, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
Experience loading and unloading containers is desirable.
Good awareness of health and safety practices.
Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Flexible approach to duties and working hours.
Pay Rates:
- 13.50 p/h (AM)
Shift Schedule could be any of the below:
- 06:00- 14:00 (AM Shift)
- 07:00 - 15:00 (AM Shift)
- 08:00- 16:00 (AM Shift)
- Monday-Friday
Benefits of working for this company:
- Free car parking
- Canteen facilities
- Free tea and coffee
- Discounted products
Other benefits of working for The Best Connection Group Limited include:
- Weekly pay
- Online Payslips
- 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
- Pension contribution
- Choice of long term, short term and odd days or weekends available
- Flexible shift pattern
- Possible permanent positions following successful trial period
- Ongoing assignments throughout 2026
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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