FLT Driver

Pertemps; Fradley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and distribution business is looking for time-served Forklift (FLT) Drivers in Fradley. The role involves operating a Counterbalance forklift, picking and packing orders, and carrying out physical warehouse duties. Applicants must have an in-date Counterbalance certificate and a strong work ethic. Benefits include internal training and overtime opportunities. Competitive pay rates of £13.00-£13.25 per hour with flexible day shifts available.

Benefits

Internal training

Staff welfare initiatives

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience as a forklift driver.
• In-date MHE certificate required.
• Bendi / Pivot Steer experience is preferable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance forklift to load lorry trailers.
• Pick and pack orders using a PDT and manual order sheets.
• Maintain a clean workstation and fulfil orders efficiently.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

Order picking and packing

Attention to detail

Ability to build complex pallets

Tools

PDT

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

Favourable day shifts (0600‑1430 OR 10:00‑18:30). Clean, modern & friendly environment. Early January start with a view on permanent contracts. This role is well accessible from Tamworth, Lichfield, Burton and Alrewas.

We are currently recruiting for a number of time‑served Forklift (FLT) Drivers with an in‑date Counterbalance certificate from an external, accrediting body. This is an exciting role for a leading logistics and distribution business, that is enjoying year‑on‑year growth. As part of their fulfilment team, you will be utilised both on and off the MHE. This is not a 100% forklift‑driving role; it also requires physical warehouse duties, so please do not apply if this is your priority.

Responsibilities

• Daily operation of a Counterbalance forklift, helping to sequence pallets and load lorry trailers
• Pick & pack orders using a PDT and manual order sheets
• Stacking and wrapping pallets
• General housekeeping of your workstation
• Maintaining a fast pace of order fulfilment with your colleagues

Rate of pay: £13.00‑£13.25 per hour.

Days of work: Monday to Friday.

Fixed working pattern: 10 am – 6:30 pm or 6 am – 2:30 pm, depending on personal preference.

Qualities desired

• Minimum 12 months experience working as an FLT Driver
• Bendi / Pivot Steer experience preferable but not essential
• In‑date MHE certificate
• Strong work ethic with good attention to detail
• Ability to build complex pallets
• Good sense of humour

Benefits include internal training, staff welfare initiatives and some overtime opportunities.

If you are interested, please click to apply today and explore an exciting new role as a Forklift Picker!