Forklift Driver - Holiday cover
CV-LibraryBA4, Leighton, SomersettemporaryPosted: 16 July 2026
Apply NowDo you have experience driving a forklift? Do you consider yourself to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Shepton Mallet?
Role: Forklift Operative - Counterbalance
Location: Holcim UK Ltd, Torr Quarry, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4SQ
Rate: £14.70 per hour
Contract Length: 1 month covering August
Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday, 6am - 2.30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities:
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Counterbalance experience (valid licence required; clamp training provided once onboarded) for safe material transport, stacking, and loading/unloading lorries.
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Conduct pre-use checks, routine maintenance, and ensure safe handling to prevent damage.
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Work outdoors in a physically demanding environment, lifting to 25kg, shovelling concrete, and performing yard duties.
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Maintain a clean and organized site by sweeping, removing debris, and assisting with overall site maintenance.
Essential Criteria:
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Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
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Driving licence and access to a car.
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Experience with Forklift Clamp (preferable).
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Previous experience within a Quarry environment.
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Willingness to perform manual labour, including lifting, stacking, and banding.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation.
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Ability to work independently and within a team.
Benefits:
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Advice and editing on your current CV
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Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
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Paid holiday
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Exclusive online services, including restaurant and retail discounts
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Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
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Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
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Competitive rates of pay
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check
Role: Forklift Operative - Counterbalance
Location: Holcim UK Ltd, Torr Quarry, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4SQ
Rate: £14.70 per hour
Contract Length: 1 month covering August
Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday, 6am - 2.30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities:
*
Counterbalance experience (valid licence required; clamp training provided once onboarded) for safe material transport, stacking, and loading/unloading lorries.
*
Conduct pre-use checks, routine maintenance, and ensure safe handling to prevent damage.
*
Work outdoors in a physically demanding environment, lifting to 25kg, shovelling concrete, and performing yard duties.
*
Maintain a clean and organized site by sweeping, removing debris, and assisting with overall site maintenance.
Essential Criteria:
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Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
*
Driving licence and access to a car.
*
Experience with Forklift Clamp (preferable).
*
Previous experience within a Quarry environment.
*
Willingness to perform manual labour, including lifting, stacking, and banding.
*
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
*
Understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation.
*
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Benefits:
*
Advice and editing on your current CV
*
Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
*
Paid holiday
*
Exclusive online services, including restaurant and retail discounts
*
Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
*
Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
*
Competitive rates of pay
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check