Forklift Truck Counterbalance Driver

Company: Acorn by Synergie
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Location: Cheshire
Job Description:

FLT Counterbalance Driver

Runcorn | 15.20 per hour | 4 on 4 off shift pattern, days and nights | Temporary until 31.07.26| Immediate start

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie are looking for careful, confident FLT Counterbalance Drivers to join their client at Whitehouse Industrial Estate in Runcorn on a temporary basis until the 31st of July. Full training is provided for all truck types, including double forks.

Key Duties:

  • Carry out general FLT and production duties.

  • Ensure production lines are supplied with required raw materials.

  • Remove finished products from the production area to storage.

  • Perform hygiene duties.

  • Operate FLT trucks, including double fork trucks (experience desirable but not essential).

Requirements:

  • Valid RTITB or ITSSAR counterbalance licence refreshed within the last 3 years.

  • Experience operating counterbalance trucks.

  • Able to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.

  • Flexible, practical, hardworking, with a keen eye for detail and initiative.

What We Offer:

  • 4 on 4 off shift pattern:

    • 2 x 12 hour days 6am-6pm.

    • 2 x 12 hour nights 6pm-6am.

    • Followed by 4 days off.

  • Overtime available.

  • All breaks are paid.

  • Weekly pay.

  • Accrued holiday pay.

  • Pension contributions.

  • Access to the Acorn Reward Scheme.

  • Dedicated account manager.

  • Friendly working environment.

  • Free parking.

Interested?

Apply now or contact Christine at the Acorn by Synergie Widnes branch!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Posted: July 20th, 2026