Counterbalance Forklift Driver

  • Job ref: 948/01588
  • Type: Full Time, Seasonal
  • Location: Newton Abbot
  • Salary: £14.24 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Torbay
  • Date posted: 1 July 2026

Job details

  • Full Time
  • Seasonal
  • Newton Abbot
  • 14.24 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 948/01588
  • Salary: £14.24 per hour

Location: Newton Abbot
Pay Rate: £14.24 PAYE ADVANCED (Other PAYE methods available)
Job Type: Seasonal

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established food wholesale supplier for an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their busy warehouse team.

This is a hands-on role that combines forklift operation with general warehouse duties, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a varied working day and is happy working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently.
  • Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
  • Moving stock throughout the warehouse.
  • Preparing orders and stock for distribution.
  • Assisting with general warehouse duties, including housekeeping and manual handling.
  • Working within chilled and frozen storage areas as required.

Requirements

  • A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential.
  • Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a warehouse environment.
  • Comfortable working in chilled and freezer environments for periods of the shift.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team.
  • Good awareness of health and safety procedures.

Working Hours

  • Monday to Thursday: Start at 10:15am
  • Friday: Start at 9:15am
  • Finish times will vary depending on daily workload.
  • Shift length roughly 8-10 hours, but could be longer.
  • 45-minute unpaid break each shift.

What We Offer

  • Weekly pay through the agency.
  • Opportunity to work with a reputable food wholesale supplier.
  • Support from a dedicated recruitment team.
  • Potential for ongoing work for the right candidate.

If you have a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and are looking for your next warehouse opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

 

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed or call Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) on 01364 644149.

When calling, please mention the Night Warehouse Loader role so we know which job you are interested in.

About Us

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics, warehouse and driving roles across the South Devon and North Devon areas. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect reliable candidates with the right opportunities.

Driver Hire Nationwide’s latest candidate survey showed that 97% of candidates were proud to work for Driver Hire, while 96% rated the level of respect and service they received as Good or Excellent, based on responses from 1,109 candidates in December 2025.

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