Gi Group
Counterbalance/Reach Forklift Driver
Counterbalance/Reach Forklift Driver at Gi Group, based in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, paying £25,000 - £29,999 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £25,000 - £29,999 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Grimsby, Lincolnshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Forklift Driver
- Forklift
- Temp to perm
Bang in line with the market for forklift driver
Reference 5419208295
About the role
We're currently recruiting a Counterbalance / Reach Forklift Driver to join a busy coldstore operation in Grimsby. This is a temp–to–perm opportunity for the right candidate, offering steady hours, shift allowance, and overtime at enhanced rates. Pay & Benefits 14.23 per hour+ 1.05 per hour shift allowance (paid when all shifts in the week are completed)Overtime available – paid at x1.5PPE provided (suitable for a coldstore environment)Working Days & Shifts Monday to FridayAlternating shifts weekly:06:00–14:0014:00–22:00The Role Working within a –20 C coldstore environment, duties will typically include: Operating Counterbalance and Reach forklifts safely and efficientlyLoading/unloading goods and moving stock around sitePutting away stock into racking locations.Supporting despatch/goods–in activities as requiredCompleting basic paperwork / scanner work (where applicable)Maintaining housekeeping and following site health & safety rules at all timesWhat We're Looking For Valid Counterbalance AND Reach FLT licences (essential)PPT licence is an advantage but not essentialColdstore experience preferred (or willingness to work in a freezer environment)Reliable, punctual, and able to work rotating shiftsFlexibility for overtime when requiredStrong awareness of health & safety and safe FLT operationContract Type Temporary to Permanent for the right candidate (based on performance, attendance, and business requirements)How to Apply To apply, please apply on your preferred job platform or send your CV or contact us with your FLT experience (Counterbalance/Reach) and availability. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a registration and may be asked to complete an on–site assessment. Gi Group Grimsby, 6 George Street, Freshney Place, DN31 1HB Alternatively, please call Joe on (phone number removed) or email Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.
Reference: 5419208295 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 20 Nov 2026 · Listed via Gi Group
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