FLT Driver

Jobandtalent; Southampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Holiday Pay

Free parking

Onsite canteen

Helpful onsite team

Mortgage references

Job summary

Jobandtalent is seeking a FLT Driver for our client based in Millbrook, Southampton. You will operate counterbalance FLTs, load and unload, and contribute to a fast-paced, safety-conscious depot environment. A 3-month FLT experience is required; licences are advantageous but not mandatory.

Shifts rotate Monday to Friday, 0600-1400 and 1400-2200 with paid breaks. Weekly pay, pension and on-site facilities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months of counterbalance FLT experience.
• Licence/certificate not mandatory but an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of FLT vehicles in a busy depot.
• Receive, pick, assemble and load customer orders with accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow safety guidelines.
• Load/unload vehicles and prepare stock for transit.

Skills

FLT experience

Team worker

Physical stamina

Rotating shifts

Job description

As a FLT Driver you will need to have:

Previous FLT experience in counterbalance of a minimum of 3 months is required. A licence/certificate is not mandatory, but it would be an advantage if you hold one.

Ability to work in a rapidly changing, fast past paced environment

Ability to work both individually and as part of a team in a physically demanding environment

A 'can do', right first time and passionate approach

Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern

Safety Shoes

Salary :

Pay rate starts at £13.43 basic rate per hour, after 12 weeks to £14.09

Overtime after 40 hours is paid at £20.15 per hour.

Our client offers day training suitable for all candidates and will conduct a Forklift drivers' assessment prior day 1 to assess experience

We are currently looking for Monday to Friday, on the 2-week rotating shifts.

Location: Millbrook, Southampton

Hours of work: Rotating shifts Monday-Friday 0600-1400, 1400-2200 shifts rotate every 2 weeks.

Paid breaks - 30 min break daily, fully paid;

Role of a FLT Operative:

Safely operate a range of FLT vehicles to demands of the business in a busy industrial environment

Accurately receive, pick, assemble and load customer orders within depot accuracy and speed targets,

Contribute towards a clean and safe working environment, demonstrating concern to ensure that personal actions do not compromise the health and safety of self and/or colleagues at all times

Handle customer stock with care and consideration to minimise damages and maximise customer service

Adhere to instructions and guidelines regarding manual handling, the use of Mechanical Handling equipment, including pre-operational checks, reporting of defects, and the safe use and operation of all equipment.

Loading and unloading of delivery vehicles, stacking stock onto and off pallets in a safe and stable manner ready for transit.

Full Training will be provided.

Please Note: This role requires long term commitment and is not suitable for candidates looking for short term temporary work.

Benefits of working with us as a FLT Driver:

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Holiday Pay

Free parking

Onsite canteen

Helpful onsite team

Mortgage references

After completing 12 weeks, there may be opportunities to apply for permanent roles, depending on the vacancies available on site.