Multi Skilled Operative (Counterbalance Forklift)

Date posted: 20 March 2026

Pay: £12.21-£13.34 per hour

Job Description:

Multi-Skilled Operative (Counterbalance Forklift) – Manufacturing

We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking Multi-Skilled Operative with Counterbalance Forklift licences to join a busy cable manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role involving machine operation, forklift work, and manual tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Operating winding machinery and monitoring productionWinding cable products onto reelsLoading and unloading using a Counterbalance forkliftMoving cable reels around the factory and warehouseCutting and preparing cable lengths to customer requirementsCompleting basic paperwork and log sheetsCarrying out quality checks during productionMaintaining a clean and safe working environment

Shift Pattern:

Rotating Days & Nights:

6:00am – 6:00pm / 6:00pm – 6:00am4 Nights, 3 Off3 Nights, 4 Off4 Days, 3 Off3 Days, 4 Off

Pay:

£12.21 – £13.34 per hour

Requirements:

Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (ITSAAR or RTITB)Minimum 2 years’ forklift experiencePrevious manufacturing experience preferredAbility to complete basic paperworkGood attention to detailFlexible and reliable team player

Aqumen Recruitment is operating as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy.