FLT Counterbalance Loader – Shift Role with Growth

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Connah's Quay; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail and restaurant discounts

Training and development courses

Employee Assistance programme

Permanent position pathway

35 days holiday incl Bank Holidays

Referral vouchers

Job summary

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is seeking an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver for an initial 6-month temporary Loading Team Member role at Tata Steel, Shotton Works. The role involves loading/unloading steel products, sideloader operation, and strict adherence to SSOW and safety standards.

Shift pattern is 37.5 hours per week in a two-week rotation; start February 2026, subject to a medical including drug/alcohol screening.

Qualifications

• FLT Counterbalance experience (2+ years)
• FLT licence in-date desirable but not essential as in-house refresher will be given
• Experience in Warehouse/Manufacturing/Production environment (2+ years)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
• Ability to follow risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Operate FLT Counterbalance to load/unload steel products
• Use sideloader to handle long loads
• Recognise product ranges for accurate selection
• Assist Warehouse Operations and Packing teams
• Handle material: labeling, storing, and stock checks
• Store steel products in line with Tata standards
• Conduct quality checks on inbound material
• Check accuracy of picked items
• Ensure productivity targets are met
• Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping
• Adhere to Health and Safety procedures and SSOW

Skills

FLT Counterbalance Driver

Good communication

Safety conscious

Tools

Sideloader operation

Job description

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is seeking an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver for an initial 6-month temporary Loading Team Member role at Tata Steel, Shotton Works. The role involves loading/unloading steel products, sideloader operation, and strict adherence to SSOW and safety standards.

Shift pattern is 37.5 hours per week in a two-week rotation; start February 2026, subject to a medical including drug/alcohol screening.