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Job Description: Counterbalance Operator
Location: Thurleigh, Bedford
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
We are seeking an experienced and confident Counterbalance Operator to join our team in Thurleigh, Bedford. This is a fully outdoor role that requires someone who can work in all weather conditions. You will be responsible for unloading materials from the back of lorries, ensuring all items are in working order, and cleaning and organising materials. This is a physically demanding role, involving both forklift operation and manual handling tasks.
Counterbalance Operator Key Responsibilities:
- Operate a counterbalance forklift to unload materials from lorries, often handling uneven loads.
- Inspect materials to ensure they are in proper working condition.
- Clean and maintain materials to meet operational standards.
- Stack and organise items in designated areas safely and efficiently.
- Perform routine forklift checks and report any maintenance needs.
- Assist with manual handling tasks when not using the forklift.
Counterbalance Operator Requirements:
- Valid counterbalance forklift licence or certification.
- Proven experience handling uneven loads and unloading from lorries.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Physically fit and capable of lifting and handling heavy materials.
- Must hold a valid driving licence.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety procedures.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary of £25,000 per annum.
- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30am to 4:00pm.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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If you're interested in this Counterbalance Operator position, please apply today!
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Established in 1995, Osborne Appointments is an independently owned recruitment agency specialising in the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements. OA are committed to placing the right candidate in the right job every time and pride ourselves in outstanding levels of Candidate Satisfaction
