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Counterbalance Driver

United Kingdom, Sunderland · Job Posted June 17, 2026
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Job Responsibility

  • Loading and off-Loading pallets from trucks
  • Off-Loading incoming transports of goods to a warehouse
  • Review ‘goods-in’ clipboard and check collections
  • Compare notes/locations to ensure correct items are selected for dispatch
  • Unloading of goods being checked into storage
  • Allocation of pallets into warehousing racking
  • Accurate completion of relevant location documents
  • Pallet wrapping

Requirements

  • Valid work permit and Forklift EU/UK Licence
  • Experienced Forklift Truck driver
  • Be fully able to load/unload trucks of all types proficiently
  • Experience working within a warehouse environment
  • Ability to work well under pressure to a tight timescale
  • Proficiency in scanning
  • IT literacy

What we offer

  • Life Assurance
  • Pension
  • Full Uniform and PPE
  • Onsite Parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Loyalty Awards (recognises employees with 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40 years' service)
  • Employee benefits and discounts across a range of top brands (including shopping, travel, motoring and days out)

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