Role: FLT Driver (Counterbalance / Reach / Bendi / Pivot / Flexi are all considered)
Location: Leyland
Pay frequency: Weekly pay for the previous weeks worked hours
Role types:
- Temporary, on an ongoing basis, based on business demand and requirements.
- The 6am - 2pm shift below may lead to a permanent role (based on business demand). Other shifts offered below are temporary ongoing.
Shifts available:
- 6am - 2pm (set shift patterns), Monday to Friday - £12.50 per hour (DOE)
- 2pm - 10pm (set shift patterns), Monday to Friday - £12.50 per hour (DOE)
- 10pm - 6am (set shift patterns), Monday to Friday - £13.50 per hour (DOE)
We are currently recruiting an experienced FLT Driver with Counterbalance 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 Counterbalance (FLT) 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 5 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.
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