B2 FLT Counterbalance Driver

Aqumen Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced FLT Driver to join a notable manufacturing business in East Hull. The ideal candidate will operate Counterbalance FLTs and ensure safety standards while loading/unloading materials. Candidates must possess valid B2 licences and have prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. Working hours are Monday to Friday with competitive pay rates for different shifts, alongside a strong focus on operational excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Valid in-date FLT licences (B2 Counterbalance) required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Experience using hand scanners and stock databases.

Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance FLTs (B2 licences required).
• Loading and unloading lorries and trailers.
• Moving goods and materials safely around site.
• Using handheld scanners to track stock.
• Ensuring work areas remain tidy and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Operating Counterbalance FLTs

Good communication

Teamworking skills

Proactive work ethic

Safety focus

Job description

Role to start Monday 5th January!

We are currently recruiting for an experienced FLT Driver (Counterbalance B2) to join a leading manufacturing business based in East Hull (HU9).

Our client is part of a globally recognised group, specialising in the production of high-quality building materials used in commercial buildings, data centres, and infrastructure projects. Their Hull site is a key UK manufacturing hub focused on sustainability and innovation, with a modern, fast-paced environment and strong health & safety culture.

You’ll be joining a professional and forward-thinking team committed to operational excellence, sustainability goals, and continuous improvement.

Working Hours & Pay

Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm, must also be able to work 6am – 2pm or 2pm – 10pm paid at a higher rate. Paid for 36.5 hours at £13.94 for dayshift & £15.89 for 6/2/2/10 rotating shifts per hour, then 39 hours after 12 weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance FLTs (B2 licences required)
• Loading and unloading lorries and trailers
• Moving goods and materials safely around site
• Using handheld scanners and warehouse databases to track stock and maintain accurate inventory records
• Supplying raw materials to the production lines and removing finished products
• Ensuring work areas remain tidy and compliant with safety standards
• Following clear operational procedures and reporting to line supervisors

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid in-date FLT licences (B2 Counterbalance)
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Experience using hand scanners and stock databases / WMS systems
• Ability to safely load / unload large vehicles
• A proactive, reliable, and safety-focused work ethic
• Good communication and teamworking skills
• Note: a B2 license is a forklift truck with a lifting capacity over 5,000kg and up to 15,000kg.

Aqumen recruitment is acting employment business regarding this vacancy.