Forklift Truck Driver (Counterbalance) / Yard Operative - Day Shift Only

Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative

Day Shifts Only | Immediate Start | Permanent Full-Time

Looking for a stable, long-term role with no night or afters shifts?
Join our growing team in a hands-on position where your contribution truly matters.

As one of the fastest growing UK pallet manufacturers; Industrial Pallet & Transport Services Ltd (IPTS), Harworth are looking for an experienced and motivated Forklift Truck Driver / Yard Operative to become an important part of our fast-paced operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone already working in a similar environment or looking for a fresh challenge with genuine opportunities for progression.

If you enjoy working as part of a close-knit team, take pride in maintaining quality standards, and want a role where every day keeps you active and engaged — we’d love to hear from you.

Location:

IPTS Harworth, DN11 8SP – must live within a commutable distance

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• Day shifts only – no weekends, nights or afters
• Immediate start available
• Starting rate: £13.50 per hour
• Monday to Friday: 7:00am – 4:15pm
• Winter shutdown during Christmas week
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Supportive small team environment
• Opportunity for career development and progression

The Role

Working in a busy pallet operation, your duties will include:

• Loading and unloading trailers
• Feeding timber to pallet production lines
• Supplying pallets to operatives and stock areas
• Moving and transporting stock safely around site
• General labouring and warehouse duties
• Maintaining housekeeping and health & safety standards

This is a physically active role suited to someone who enjoys practical work and can thrive in a fast-moving environment.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Valid FLT (Forklift Truck) licence
• Minimum 1 year forklift driving experience
• Strong awareness of product quality and safety
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable, adaptable and self-motivated attitude
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently

Advantageous:

• Experience operating a double handler forklift truck
• Experience handling or transporting empty pallets
• Experience completing receipting paperwork accurately

Why Join Us?

This role plays a key part within our operation. You won’t just be “another driver” — you’ll be a valued member of a growing business where your work has a direct impact every day.

We’re looking for someone ambitious, dependable and ready to grow with us.

Apply today for an immediate start.

IPTS supports equal opportunities and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes all applicants.

Pay: From £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person