Counterbalance Operator (FLT)
CV-LibraryM17, Trafford Park, TraffordpermanentPosted: 3 June 2026
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Job Title – Counterbalance Operator Fixed Afternoons
Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester
Responsible to – Shift Manager
Purpose of the role – To support the warehouse, Stock Rotation, Loading & unloading of HGV’s and Replenishment of customer goods with the safe operation of Counterbalance trucks and use of hand scanners.
Client brief – Our client is a world-renowned Warehousing organisation supporting blue chip companies with warehousing and distribution functions.
KEY INFORMATION
Hours - (FIXED AFTERNOONS) 12pm-10pm Monday to Friday
Pay – (FIXED AFTERNOONS) 13.25ph
Overtime – (All overtime is optional) Saturdays 1.5x basic rate, Sundays 2.0x basic rate
Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester
RESPONSIBILITIES
The role - Our client is looking for Counterbalance Operators to support their existing team in their Ambient (room temperature) Warehousing Operation in Trafford Park. As a Counterbalance Operator, the requirements are varied but not limited to –
* Accurately and safely operating a Counterbalance truck within site health and safety requirements at all times.
* Rotating stock, Loading *& unloading of HGV deliveries, storing and collecting products from pallets with use of CB Truck & handheld scanners.
* Working within a team to complete daily warehouse targets.
* Delivering a high standard of productivity at all times to ensure smooth operation within the warehouse.
* Handling stock respectfully, with a high attention to detail.
* All other generalist warehousing duties.
Key Skills Required -
* Previous experience operating Counterbalance Trucks is essential.
* FLT Counterbalance license holder is essential.
* Previous experience with handscanners is essential.
* Must be reliable and committed.
* Must be able to communicate in English to a high standard (verbal and written).
* Flexible approach to duties and tasks
Job Title – Counterbalance Operator Fixed Afternoons
Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester
Responsible to – Shift Manager
Purpose of the role – To support the warehouse, Stock Rotation, Loading & unloading of HGV’s and Replenishment of customer goods with the safe operation of Counterbalance trucks and use of hand scanners.
Client brief – Our client is a world-renowned Warehousing organisation supporting blue chip companies with warehousing and distribution functions.
KEY INFORMATION
Hours - (FIXED AFTERNOONS) 12pm-10pm Monday to Friday
Pay – (FIXED AFTERNOONS) 13.25ph
Overtime – (All overtime is optional) Saturdays 1.5x basic rate, Sundays 2.0x basic rate
Site location – Trafford Park, Manchester
RESPONSIBILITIES
The role - Our client is looking for Counterbalance Operators to support their existing team in their Ambient (room temperature) Warehousing Operation in Trafford Park. As a Counterbalance Operator, the requirements are varied but not limited to –
* Accurately and safely operating a Counterbalance truck within site health and safety requirements at all times.
* Rotating stock, Loading *& unloading of HGV deliveries, storing and collecting products from pallets with use of CB Truck & handheld scanners.
* Working within a team to complete daily warehouse targets.
* Delivering a high standard of productivity at all times to ensure smooth operation within the warehouse.
* Handling stock respectfully, with a high attention to detail.
* All other generalist warehousing duties.
Key Skills Required -
* Previous experience operating Counterbalance Trucks is essential.
* FLT Counterbalance license holder is essential.
* Previous experience with handscanners is essential.
* Must be reliable and committed.
* Must be able to communicate in English to a high standard (verbal and written).
* Flexible approach to duties and tasks