Driver/FLT Operative

Wabtec; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus (up-to £1000)

Life assurance (4x)

Sick Pay scheme

Pension

Holiday 23 days + bank holidays

Free hot drinks

Access to retail discounts

Medicash Health Plan

Job summary

Wabtec operates a Northampton-based assembly site and seeks a Material Handler/ Forklift Operator to move radiators from the line to inspection, using forklift and company van when required. You will perform final visual checks and ensure secure handling of loads in a busy manufacturing environment.

The role requires a valid forklift license, a clean UK driving licence, and prior experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift license
• Clean UK driving licence
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment
• Basic understanding of visual inspection and defect identification
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift trucks and company vehicles safely
• Transport finished radiators from assembly to inspection areas in line with production requirements
• Ensure loads are secure and handled without damage
• Follow site traffic routes, safety rules, and speed limits
• Load and unload radiators carefully
• Carry out final visual inspection and check for damage or quality concerns
• Verify completion of route cards and documentation
• Segregate non-conforming products
• Report defects to production or quality teams
• Maintain traceability through accurate documentation or scanning
• Follow all quality procedures and work instructions
• Carry out daily forklift and vehicle checks
• Wear required PPE at all times
• Report incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions

Skills

Forklift license

UK driving licence

Manufacturing experience

Visual inspection basics

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

Who will you be working with?

Bearward Engineering is a Northampton based firm manufacturing radiators for the power generation industry.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Assembly department team, working on the 1400-2200 shift (38 hours/week) Monday to Friday, you will be responsible for transporting finished product using Company van/reach flt.

Role Purpose

To safely transport industrial radiators from the assembly line to the inspection building using forklift and/or company van

Carry out a final visual and basic quality inspection to ensure only compliant products are passed forward to the inspection team

Material Handling & Transport Responsibilities

Operate forklift trucks and company vehicles safely

Transport finished radiators from assembly to inspection areas in line with production requirements

Ensure loads are secure and handled without damage

Follow site traffic routes, safety rules, and speed limits

Load and unload radiators carefully

Final Inspection Responsibilities

Carry out visual inspection of radiators before transfer

Check for damage, missing parts, or quality concerns

Verify completion of route cards and documentation

Segregate non-conforming products

Report defects to production or quality teams

Quality & Compliance

Ensure only acceptable products are passed to inspection

Maintain traceability through accurate documentation or scanning

Follow all quality procedures and work instructions

Health & Safety

Operate equipment in line with site safety procedures

Carry out daily forklift and vehicle checks

Maintain awareness of pedestrians and hazards

Wear required PPE at all times

Report incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions

Skills & Experience (Essential)

Valid forklift license

Clean UK drivers license

Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment

Basic understanding of visual inspection and defect identification

Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Personal Attributes

Reliable and punctual

Safety-conscious attitude

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Retention bonus (up-to £1000)
• 4 x life assurance
• Sick Pay scheme
• Pension

• Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Access to retail discounts
• Medicash Health Plan

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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