Counterbalance FLT Operator — Coventry CV2 | Immediate Start
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in Coventry, CV2
About This Role
Are you a licensed Counterbalance FLT Operator looking for consistent, well-paid work in the Coventry CV2 area? Quick Placement — one of the UK's most trusted FLT operator recruitment agencies — is actively hiring counterbalance forklift drivers for multiple warehouse clients across Coventry right now. Whether you prefer day shifts, night shifts, or rotating patterns, we have vacancies that match your lifestyle and experience level.
Coventry's thriving logistics and manufacturing hub makes it one of the most active employment zones in the West Midlands. With major distribution centres, automotive supply chains, and retail fulfilment operations all concentrated around the CV2 postcode, skilled FLT operators are in exceptionally high demand. Quick Placement connects certified forklift drivers directly with employers who need reliable, safety-conscious operators — with zero agency faff and genuinely fast turnaround.
We operate across warehouse, logistics, and industrial staffing throughout the UK. Our Coventry FLT placements come with competitive hourly rates above the National Living Wage, weekly pay, and genuine routes into permanent employment for those who want long-term stability.
🔍 What Does a Counterbalance FLT Operator Do?
A Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) Operator uses a front-mounted counterweight forklift to load, unload, and move palletised goods within a warehouse or yard. Unlike reach trucks or VNA trucks, counterbalance forklifts are versatile and widely used across general warehousing, food distribution, manufacturing, and construction logistics. Operators must hold a valid RTITB or ITSSAR counterbalance licence and comply fully with HSE lift truck safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
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- 🏗️ Operating counterbalance forklifts safely in a busy warehouse environment
- 📦 Loading and unloading HGVs, vans, and containers to tight schedule
- 🔄 Moving, stacking, and organising palletised stock in racking systems
- 📋 Completing daily pre-use truck checks and shift defect reports
- 🛡️ Adhering strictly to site health, safety and PPE regulations at all times
- 📡 Using handheld RF scanners and WMS systems where required
- 🤝 Collaborating closely with supervisors, pickers, and yard teams
- 🔍 Assisting with stock counts, inventory checks and cycle counts
Requirements & Qualifications
✅ Essential
- → Valid RTITB or ITSSAR Counterbalance Licence
- → Minimum 6 months FLT operating experience
- → Right to work in the UK
- → Good understanding of H&S compliance
- → Reliable punctuality and work ethic
⭐ Desirable
- → Reach truck or PPT licence (bonus)
- → RF scanning / WMS system experience
- → Experience in food or FMCG environments
- → Counterbalance licence under 3 years old
- → HGV gate pass or DVLA check (some sites)
Live FLT Jobs in Coventry & Nearby
| Job Title | Location | Shift | Pay/hr | Start | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counterbalance FLT Operator | Coventry, CV2 | Days | £13.50 | Immediate | Apply → |
| Counterbalance FLT Operator | Coventry, CV2 | Nights | £15.00 | Immediate | Apply → |
| Counterbalance FLT Operator | Coventry, CV6 | Rotating | £14.25 | Immediate | Apply → |
| FLT Operator + Picker | Coventry, CV3 | Days | £13.00 | Immediate | Apply → |
| FLT Counterbalance (FMCG) | Rugby, CV21 | Nights | £16.00 | This Week | Apply → |
| Senior FLT Operator | Nuneaton, CV10 | Days | £16.50 | This Week | Apply → |
* Rates above UK National Living Wage. All roles subject to licence verification and right-to-work checks. View all live warehouse jobs →
What You'll Get
Weekly Pay
Paid every Friday — no chasing invoices, no delays
Career Growth
Temp-to-perm pathways at top Coventry employers
Fast Placement
Start within 24–48 hrs once licence verified
28 Days Holiday
Statutory holiday pay included for all workers
24/7 Support
Round-the-clock helpline for workers on placement
No Fees
Free registration — we are paid by employers, not you
How to Apply — 4 Simple Steps
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Register Online
Submit your application via our jobs board. Takes under 60 seconds — no lengthy forms.
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Licence & ID Check
Our compliance team verifies your RTITB or ITSSAR counterbalance licence and right-to-work documents — usually same day.
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Role Match & Offer
We match you to available Coventry FLT shifts that fit your schedule, experience, and preferred pay rate — no surprise placements.
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Start & Get Paid
Begin your new role — often within 24 hours. Paid weekly every Friday with full holiday entitlement from day one.
Conclusion
Coventry's CV2 corridor is one of the most active logistics zones in England, and Counterbalance FLT Operators with a valid licence are among the most consistently in-demand workers in the region. If you hold an RTITB or ITSSAR counterbalance licence and are ready to step into a well-paying, meaningful role, Quick Placement is the fast, transparent route to get there.
Whether you want a short-term assignment to bridge a gap, a steady long-term contract, or a temp placement that grows into a permanent career, our Coventry warehouse clients offer all three. You will work with a recruiter who actually calls back, a compliance team that verifies your paperwork fast, and a payroll system that pays you on time — every week.
Do not wait for the right role to find you. Browse live FLT jobs in Coventry now, or call our team direct on +44 203 7400 201. Quick Placement — lifting warehouse careers across the UK, one great placement at a time.