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Forklift Operator

On-site in Barcelona·Added 9 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

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Nortempo

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Overview

Salary: €9.95 an hour
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Hours: Rotating shifts, including nights · Includes weekends

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Skills

Warehouse

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We are looking for dynamic people with experience in operating counterbalance forklifts and the ability to work in a high-activity logistics environment.

Demonstrable experience in the handling of a counterbalance forklift.
Valid forklift license (essential).
Availability to work in any of the indicated shifts.

Nice to have

Previous experience in logistics environments is valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💰 Salary: €9.95/hour gross
✅ Overtime: €11.15/hour
✅ Holidays: €12.78/hour
✅ Night shift premium: €10.95/hour

Joining a leading company in the logistics sector.
Initial contract through an ETT (Temporary Employment Agency) with the possibility of continuity.
Good work environment.
Initial training and support provided.

The role

Counterbalance Forklift Operator - Logistics Sector
📍 Sant Boi de Llobregat (Barcelona)

At Nortempo, we are selecting Counterbalance Forklift Operators for an important company in the logistics sector.

What you'll do

Location and replenishment of goods using a counterbalance forklift.
Loading and unloading of materials.
Order preparation.
Supply of lines and internal movement of goods.
Control and organization of the warehouse.

How you'll work

✅ Rotating shifts: morning, afternoon, and night (4th shift)

Rotation of morning, afternoon, and night, working 7 consecutive days:

Morning shift: from Saturday to Friday, followed by 3 days off.
Afternoon shift: from Thursday to Wednesday, with 2 days off.
Night shift: from Tuesday to Monday, with 2 days off.

Hiring process

After you apply for a job, Nortempo's recruitment team reviews your profile and assesses your fit for the position; if your experience matches what the company is looking for, they contact you to move forward in the process 1 interview

Nortempo is a temporary employment agency (ETT): the final stages are set by the client company.
Applying and taking part in their recruitment processes is free; they never ask for payment or any financial consideration.
Even if the job closes, your profile stays in their talent community and they may contact you for new processes.

Hiring process

📩 If you have experience with counterbalance forklifts and are looking for a new professional opportunity, we want to meet you!

About Nortempo

Nortempo is a Spanish staffing and recruitment company specializing in industrial, logistics, healthcare, and administrative personnel. Founded in A Coruña, it operates across Spain, providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions to a wide range of sectors, including logistics, industry, healthcare, and retail.

For international professionals, Nortempo offers a direct entry point into the Spanish labor market, with a strong presence in Galicia and expanding operations across the country. The company's work culture is practical and field-oriented, and many roles (such as warehouse, transport, and industrial maintenance) are open to candidates with EU work authorization. While Spanish language skills are often required for client-facing roles, the company's scale and variety of positions make it a relevant option for those seeking operational work in Spain.