Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Acorn · Exeter, Devon
Counterbalance Forklift Driver at Acorn, based in Exeter, Devon. This is a temporary role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Exeter, Devon
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted
- 9 hours ago
- Closes
- 30 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Forklift Driver
Reference a1WNz000004tO0zMAE_1788886428
About the role
Counterbalance Forklift Driver | Counterbalance FLT Operator | Forklift Truck Driver | FLT Driver Exeter | £13.65 per hour | Monday - Friday | Temporary
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join a well-established manufacturing company based near Exeter. A forklift driving role, with other responsibilities surrounding warehouse operations and goods in. Working the day shift Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 7:45am to 12:15pm on Fridays. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. The successful candidates will be proactive and comfortable working independently, as well as being a team player. Please note: the Counterbalance Forklift Licence needs to be external.
Key Duties
- Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
- Load and unload vehicles and incoming deliveries.
- Move stock, raw materials, and finished products throughout the site.
- Store and retrieve pallets from racking and designated storage areas.
- Assist with goods-in, stock control, and inventory checks.
- Pick, pack, and prepare orders where required.
- Complete warehouse paperwork and update stock records accurately.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and health & safety.
Requirements Essential
- Valid externally accredited Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence.
- Previous Counterbalance FLT operating experience.
- Experience working within a warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
- Good attention to detail and ability to work safely.
- Reliable, hardworking, and punctual.
- Ability to undertake some manual handling duties when required.
What We Offer
- £13.65 per hour
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Early finish every Friday at 12:15pm.
- Weekly pay.
- On-site parking.
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- No weekend working
Interested?
Apply online with your up-to-date CV or contact the Acorn by Synergie Exeter office for more information.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Reference: a1WNz000004tO0zMAE_1788886428 · Posted 9 hours ago · Closes 30 Sep 2026 · Listed via Acorn
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