Role: FLT Driver
Licences: Counterbalance & Reach / Bendi / Pivot / Flexi (all considered)
Location: Leyland, Lancashire
Pay frequency: Weekly pay for the previous weeks worked hours
Shifts available:
- 1 x 6am - 2pm (set shift patterns), Monday to Friday - £13.00 p/h commencing
- 1 x 2pm - 10pm (set shift patterns), Monday to Friday - £13.00 p/h commencing
- 1 x 10pm - 6am (set shift patterns), Monday to Friday - £13.50 p/h commencing
The roles above are set shift patterns (not on a rotational basis) and in addition to roles advertised and filled previously, due to a period of expansion with our client.
Role summary:
We are currently recruiting experienced FLT Drivers with Counterbalance and desirably Reach, Counterbalance, or Bendi / Flexi / Pivot experience (certification or refresher within the past 3 years) to join a reputable client in Leyland.
The successful candidates will be responsible for operating forklifts safely and efficiently within a warehouse and production environment, ensuring smooth materials handling to support ongoing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate relevant Forklift Truck in a busy warehouse setting.
- Load and unload goods and materials from delivery vehicles.
- Move stock to designated storage areas and organize inventory within the warehouse.
- Ensure that stock is handled carefully to prevent damage and maintain product quality.
Maintain accurate records of stock movement, including materials received and dispatched.
Perform regular safety checks and report any faults or issues with equipment.
Always adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
Assist with general warehouse duties, such as picking and packing when required.
Work efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines.
Licences considered:
1: Counterbalance (only)
2: Counterbalance & Reach
3: Counterbalance & Flexi / Bendi / Pivot
4: Pivot / Bendi / Flexi (only)
Forklift experience, inhouse or external (RTITB, ITSAAR or BRITTOp desirable) within the past 3 years (proof of certification / refresher required).
Key requirements:
- Previous experience working as a FLT driver within a warehouse environment is preferred.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures.
- Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Physically capable of carrying out manual tasks, such as lifting and moving stock.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a positive attitude to work.
Role type:
- Temporary, on an ongoing basis, based on business demand and requirements.
Interested in this role? Apply now using the relevant link or contact Jamie @ NW Recruitment Services Ltd today:
Tel: 01254 786810
Text / Whatsapp: 07742 071733
Email: j.henderson@nw-recruit.co.uk