FLT Driver

Pertemps North West and North Wales; Wirral; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ad-hoc shifts

Pay £19/hour

Mon-Fri shifts

Job summary

Pertemps North West and North Wales is recruiting for an experienced FLT Reach Truck Driver to work on an ad-hoc basis at a busy Birkenhead site.

You will safely move, handle and position stock, load and unload goods, and support warehouse and production operations. Shifts are ad-hoc, with early or late patterns on Monday to Friday, at £19.00 per hour.

This role offers flexible hours to suit other commitments and an opportunity to earn additional income.

Qualifications

• A valid in-date FLT Reach Truck licence or recognised certification.
• Experience operating a reach truck in a warehouse, manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Good attention to detail when moving and positioning stock.
• Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude.
• Flexibility to work ad-hoc shifts during the week.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate an FLT Reach Truck safely and efficiently per site procedures.
• Move, lift and position stock within warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload goods as required.
• Place and retrieve pallets from racking safely and accurately.
• Supply production areas with necessary materials and remove completed stock.
• Carry out daily pre-use checks and report defects or maintenance concerns.
• Maintain clean and safe warehouse/work areas and follow safety rules.
• Support general warehouse and production duties as needed.

Skills

FLT Reach Truck licence

Reach truck experience

Health & safety awareness

Attention to detail

Reliability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Job description

FLT Reach Truck Driver

Location: Birkenhead

Pay Rate: £19.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary - Ad-hoc

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Shift Patterns: 6:00am - 2:00pm or 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Start Date: Subject to business requirements

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for experienced FLT Reach Truck Drivers to work on an ad-hoc basis at a busy site in Birkenhead.

Offering an excellent rate of £19.00 per hour, this opportunity would suit qualified and experienced reach truck drivers looking to earn additional income, pick up extra shifts or work flexibly during the week.

The successful candidates will support warehouse and production operations by safely moving, handling and positioning stock, ensuring materials are available where required and helping the site operate efficiently.

This is an ad-hoc position, with shifts offered according to business requirements. Applicants must be reliable, flexible and confident operating a reach truck in a busy working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating an FLT Reach Truck safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures.
• Moving, lifting and positioning stock and materials within the warehouse and production areas.
• Loading and unloading goods as required.
• Placing and retrieving pallets from racking safely and accurately.
• Supplying production areas with the necessary materials and removing completed stock where required.
• Carrying out daily pre-use vehicle checks and reporting any defects or maintenance concerns.
• Ensuring all goods are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Maintaining accurate stock movements and following site procedures.
• Keeping warehouse and working areas clean, tidy and free from obstructions.
• Following all health and safety procedures, including pedestrian and vehicle safety rules.
• Supporting general warehouse and production duties when required and appropriate.
• Working effectively with colleagues and supervisors to meet operational targets.

Essential Requirements

• A valid and in-date FLT Reach Truck licence or recognised training certification acceptable to the employer.
• Previous experience operating a reach truck in a warehouse, manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Confidence manoeuvring a reach truck safely in busy working areas.
• A strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Good attention to detail when moving and positioning stock.
• Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude.
• Flexibility to work ad-hoc shifts during the week.
• The ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Working Hours

The site operates Monday to Friday, with the following shift patterns available:

• Early shift: 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Late shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Shifts will be offered on an ad-hoc basis, depending on operational requirements. Applicants should confirm their availability when registering their interest.

Pay and Benefits

• £19.00 per hour.
• Ad-hoc working opportunities.
• Monday to Friday shift patterns.
• An opportunity to earn additional income.
• Experience within a busy warehouse and production environment.
• Recruitment support throughout the assignment.

Health and Safety

All candidates must operate equipment responsibly and follow site-specific health and safety procedures at all times.

Pre-use equipment checks must be completed, and any defects, hazards or incidents must be reported immediately to the appropriate supervisor. Safe handling procedures and pedestrian safety rules must be followed throughout the shift.