Counterbalance & Pivot Steer FLT Driver

O A; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Leeds is seeking a warehouse operative experienced in using Counterbalance forklifts. You will be responsible for unloading containers, handling waste materials, and performing goods-in tasks. A positive attitude, reliability, and valid FLT licences are essential. This role offers a steady Monday to Friday schedule with competitive pay of £13.50 per hour, plus breaks and access to kitchen facilities.

Benefits

Steady Monday-Friday shift

30-minute paid lunch

Two paid breaks

Access to kitchen facilities with unlimited tea/coffee

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance and Pivot Steer (Bendi/Flexi) FLT licences are mandatory.
• A steady, reliable approach to work is essential.
• Must be comfortable with manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in container unloading using a Counterbalance forklift.
• Perform goods-in tasks including pallet collation.
• Transport waste materials from the warehouse to the yard.

Skills

Container unloading using a Counterbalance forklift

Manual handling

Pallet collation

Driving articulated FLT

Waste material collation

Positive attitude

Confidence on both trucks

Tools

Counterbalance FLT licence

Pivot Steer (Bendi/Flexi) FLT licence

Job description

You'll be an important part of the warehouse operation, getting involved in:

• Container unloading using a Counterbalance forklift (with some manual handling when needed)
• Goods‑in tasks, including pallet collation and putting stock away with an RF gun while driving an articulated FLT
• Waste material collation, transporting materials from the warehouse to the yard using your Counterbalance forklift
• Valid Counterbalance and Pivot Steer (Bendi/Flexi) FLT licences
• Someone who's confident on both trucks and happy to get stuck in
• A positive attitude and a steady, reliable approach to work

Hours & Location

Hours: 08:00‑17:00, Monday to Friday

What’s in it for you

• A steady Monday‑Friday shift you can plan your life around
• A tidy 30‑minute lunch
• Two paid 10‑minute breaks (one after the shift starts, one within the final hour window)
• Access to a proper kitchen with a microwave, fridge, and unlimited tea/coffee to fuel your day

Compensation

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Ready for a role where your FLT skills actually get put to good use—and you're treated like a grown‑up while doing it? This could be the one.