FLT Counterbalance Nights

Manpower UK; Castleford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Complimentary tea and coffee

Chance to go permanent

Job summary

Manpower UK seeks an experienced FLT Counterbalance Nights operative for a temporary role in Castleford, West Yorkshire. Working night shifts, the successful candidate will spend roughly 60% of time loading and unloading palletised goods, alongside moving stock across yard and warehouse.

Pay ranges from £13.34 to £20.70 hourly, with long-term ongoing work and potential for permanent employment. Applicants should demonstrate safe forklift practice, reliability, and comfort working independently

Qualifications

• Valid counterbalance FLT licence is essential.
• Experience with double handler is preferred.
• Able to pass on-site assessment and interview.
• Reliable and hardworking attitude.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading palletised goods (60%).
• Move stock across yard and warehouse.
• Support shunting and vehicle movements.
• Perform general warehouse duties and manual handling.

Skills

Safe forklift operation

Reliability

Independent worker

Tools

Counterbalance FLT licence

Double handler experience

Job description

Manpower UK seeks an experienced FLT Counterbalance Nights operative for a temporary role in Castleford, West Yorkshire. Working night shifts, the successful candidate will spend roughly 60% of time loading and unloading palletised goods, alongside moving stock across yard and warehouse. Additional duties cover shunting support, vehicle movements, and general warehouse tasks including manual handling. A valid counterbalance licence is essential; double handler experience is preferred. Pay ranges from £13.34 to £20.70 hourly, with long-term ongoing work and potential for permanent employment. Applicants should demonstrate safe forklift practice, reliability, and comfort working independently during night hours. Consistent shift availability is required for this position. FLT Driver Nights (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 andamp; Unloading (60%) - Safely handling palletised goods in a fast-paced environment
• FLT Operation - Moving stock efficiently across the yard and warehouse
• Yard andamp; 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 Night shifts: 18:00 - 6:00

Pay andamp; 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 andamp; coffee
• Friendly, supportive team
• Consistent, long-term work
• Real opportunity to go permanent

What We''re Looking For

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence
• Previous experience (double handler desirable)
• Ability to pass an on-site assessment andamp; interview
• Reliable, hardworking attitude