FLT Counterbalance Driver

Manpower UK; Castleford; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Tea & coffee provided

Friendly, supportive team

Consistent, long-term work

Permanent opportunity

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking an experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver for a long-term ongoing temporary-to-permanent role in Castleford, West Yorkshire. The position involves loading/unloading, FLT operation, yard shunting and general warehouse tasks.

Shift pattern is 4 on / 4 off with day shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Basic pay is £13.34 per hour with a night shift allowance of £1.87 per hour and overtime rates for weekday, Saturday and Sunday.

Qualifications

• Experience as Counterbalance FLT Driver (double handler preferred).
• UK-based warehousing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load & unload palletised goods safely.
• Operate FLT to move stock around yard/warehouse.
• Support yard movements and general site operations.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT

Warehouse operations

Yard handling

General warehouse tasks

Job description

FLT Driver (Counterbalance)

Castleford, West Yorkshire (WF10)
Long-Term Ongoing | Temp to Perm Opportunity
Manpower is currently recruiting experienced Counterbalance FLT Driver (double handler preferred) to join a well-established client in Castleford/ Normanton. If you're looking for consistent hours, long-term stability, and the chance to secure a permanent role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Loading & Unloading (60%) - Safely handling palletised goods in a fast-paced environment
• FLT Operation - Moving stock efficiently across the yard and warehouse
• Yard & Shunting Duties - Supporting vehicle movements and keeping the yard organised
• General Warehouse Tasks - Assisting with daily site operations and manual handling

Shift Pattern

• 4 on / 4 off rotation
• Day shifts: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Pay & Benefits

• Basic Rate: £13.34
• Night Shift Allowance: £1.87 per hour for hours 22:00-06:00
• Overtime Rates:
  • £15.57 (weekday overtime)
  • £17.70 (Saturday)
  • £20.70 (Sunday)

Free on-site parking
Complimentary tea & coffee
Friendly, supportive team
Consistent, long-term work
Real opportunity to go permanent