FLT Driver - Counterbalance

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group • Temporary • Loughborough, Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom • £12.71 - £13.54 / hour • 1h ago

FLT Counterbalance Driver / Yard Operative

Location: Long Whatton
Pay: £12.71 per hour (Temporary) | £13.54 per hour (Permanent)
Job Type: Full-Time | Temp to Perm

Working Hours

Monday to Friday: 7:30am – 5:00pm
Every other Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm

The Opportunity

The Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of a well-established timber merchant in Long Whatton for an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver / Yard Operative.

This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period. You'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy timber yard, carrying out a mixture of forklift driving, manual handling and general yard duties.

Please note: This is an outdoor role, working in all weather conditions, and requires a hands-on approach.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

A valid B1 Counterbalance Forklift Licence with previous operating experience (essential).
Previous experience working within a timber yard, builders' merchant, warehouse or outdoor yard environment.
The ability to carry out manual handling throughout the working day.
A flexible approach to working hours, including every other Saturday.
A good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A positive, reliable and hardworking attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Safely operate a B1 Counterbalance Forklift Truck.
Load and unload deliveries efficiently.
Pick and prepare customer orders accurately.
Restock timber and building materials throughout the yard.
Carry out manual handling duties safely and efficiently.
Assist customers with loading materials when required.
Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
Work effectively as part of a busy yard team.

What's In It For You?

£12.71 per hour whilst working on a temporary basis.
£13.54 per hour upon securing a permanent contract.
Temp-to-perm opportunity with the potential for a permanent position following a successful temporary period.
Stable Monday to Friday working pattern with every other Saturday.
Friendly and supportive working environment.
Join a well-established and respected business.

Apply Today

If you have a valid B1 Counterbalance Licence, enjoy hands-on work and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Laura at The Recruitment Group on (phone number removed) for more information.

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