Flt Driver

JDR Recruitment; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

JDR Recruitment is recruiting for FLT Drivers in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Stoke. We will accept expired and inhouse licences provided that you have a copy of the licence.

You will operate Counterbalance or Reach Trucks, load and unload stock, scan with RF scanners, and perform safety checks to keep the warehouse running smoothly. Shifts include weekends and peak periods with overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• FLT licence accepted even if expired or in-house, with a copy of licence.
• Experience operating Counterbalance or Reach Truck in a warehouse or distribution centre.
• Good numeracy and literacy; ability to work shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate either a Counterbalance or Reach Truck to move pallets in a warehouse.
• Load, unload and relocate stock safely and efficiently.
• Scan products with RF handheld scanners.
• Maintain accurate stock locations in the warehouse management system.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory checks.
• Perform daily FLT safety and maintenance checks.
• Follow health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse operatives and supervisors to meet targets.

Skills

FLT Driving

Counterbalance Truck

Reach Truck

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Punctuality

Job description

JDR Recruitment are recruiting for FLT Drivers in Newcastle-Under-Lyne, Stoke.
We will accept expired and inhouse licences providing that you have a copy of the licence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate either a Counterbalance or Reach Truck to move pallets within a warehouse (the company can train C/B drivers on the reach trucks)
• Load, unload, and relocate stock safely and efficiently.
• Put away inbound goods into racking locations.
• Pick stock from high-level racking to support customer orders.
• Perform daily FLT safety and maintenance checks.
• Accurately scan products using RF handheld scanners.
• Ensure stock is located correctly within the warehouse management system.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
• Report equipment faults, stock discrepancies, or safety concerns immediately.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse operatives and supervisors to meet operational targets.
• Any type of FLT licence - this can be expired or inhouse providing that you have a copy
• Previous Reach or Counterbalance Truck experience within a warehouse or distribution centre.
• Good understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Time management.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Teamwork and flexibility.
• Problem-solving skills.

Shifts

Working 5 shifts over 7 so this role does involve working some weekends

The shift times for day shifts will be either:

6am-3pm

7am-4pm

8am-5pm

During the peak period (October - December) the shift times will be 6am-6pm

The shift times for night shifts will be:

6pm-6am - however during quiet periods, the start time may be later and the finish time may be earlier

Pay

Day Shifts will be 13.60 per hour - increasing to £14.60 per hour between October and December

Night Shifts will be £15.64 per hour - increasing to £16.79 per hour between October and December

Temporary to Permanent

JDR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.