Forklift Driver
- Pinxton, Derbyshire
- Contract / Temporary
- Oct 21, 2026
Forklift Driver
£16.90 per hour | 3-Shift Rotation | Temp-to-Perm
Location: Pinxton (commutable from Alfreton, Mansfield, Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, Ilkeston, Kirkby-in-Ashfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield)
Are you an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for steady work with the opportunity to secure a permanent position?
We are recruiting for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a busy, high-volume FMCG warehouse operation in Pinxton. You will play an important role in keeping daily operations running smoothly by moving stock and materials safely and efficiently.
This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable driver looking for consistent work, with the potential to move into a permanent role after an initial 12-week temporary period.
The Role
- Operating counterbalance forklift trucks in a busy warehouse environment.
- Moving and handling high volumes of stock and materials.
- Supporting day-to-day warehouse and distribution activities.
- Ensuring goods are moved safely and efficiently.
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety.
- Working a rotating three-shift pattern: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and 10pm-6am.
The Person
- Holds a valid counterbalance forklift licence.
- Has proven experience operating counterbalance FLTs.
- Is reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Can work effectively as part of a team.
- Gas truck experience is desirable but not essential.
What's on Offer?
- £16.90 per hour.
- Rotating three-shift pattern across five days.
- Initial 12-week temporary contract with the opportunity to go permanent.
- Consistent work within a busy FMCG operation.
- Immediate start available.
Reference Number: BBBH281209
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Euan Dungavel at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Pinxton, Derbyshire
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Up to £16.92 per hour
Per annum
Contract / Temporary
Job Type
Engineering
Discipline
281209_1792593930
Reference Number
21 Oct 2026
Posted
Euan Dungavel
Recruitment Consultant
