FLT Counterbalance Driver
Meridian Business Support
| Company | Meridian Business Support |
| Category | Logistics & Transport |
| Location | Greater Manchester |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
FLT Counterbalance Driver Golborne, Warrington £13.49 per hour + Overtime paid at £20.24 per hour after 40 hours | 4 on, 4 off Days & Nights (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) Weekly Pay | Immediate Starts Available
Meridian Business Support is recruiting for an FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a leading manufacturing operation based in Golborne, Warrington. This is an ongoing temporary opportunity offering a structured shift pattern, regular overtime and weekly pay. With excellent motorway access from the M6, this role is ideal for experienced forklift truck operators seeking long-term work within a fast-paced production environment.
As an FLT Counterbalance Driver , you will be responsible for supporting the efficient movement and control of raw materials across the site to ensure production requirements are met.
Key duties include:
• Loading and unloading materials using a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
• Delivering raw materials to production areas in line with operational requirements
• Supporting stock movement throughout the manufacturing facility
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards within warehouse and production areas
• Following site health and safety procedures at all times
• Working closely with production and warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when required
To be successful in this FLT Counterbalance Driver role, you will need:
• A minimum of 2 years' experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
• A valid Counterbalance FLT licence
• Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, logistics or warehouse environment
• A good understanding of health and safety practices
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience as a Forklift Truck Driver, FLT Operator, Materials Handler, Warehouse Operative or Logistics Operative.
Pay & Benefits
• £13.49 per hour
• Overtime paid at £20.40 per hour after 40 hours worked
• 4 on, 4 off rotating shift pattern
• Days and nights, 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start available
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing temporary assignment with potential for long-term opportunities
This FLT Counterbalance Driver position offers the opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business that values teamwork, safety and operational excellence.
To apply, please submit your CV today.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.