FLT Driver (Multiple Roles)

NW Recruitment Services Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Forklift Truck Driver for a 12-week temp-to-perm position based in Leyland. The successful candidate will operate forklifts safely in a warehouse environment, load and unload goods, and maintain stock records. Candidates must have forklift experience within the past three years and a proactive approach to work. This role offers shifts with weekly pay and immediate starts for suitable applicants.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Temp to perm potential

Qualifications

• Forklift experience within the past 3 years with certification required.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving stock.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift trucks in a busy warehouse setting.
• Load and unload goods and materials from delivery vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movement.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Ability to work both independently and in a team

Job description

Role

FLT / Forklift Truck Driver

Role summary

We are currently recruiting an experienced FLT Driver (Bendi / Flexi / Pivot Licence). The successful candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts safely and efficiently within a warehouse and production environment, ensuring smooth materials handling to support ongoing operations.

Multiple shifts available

• FLT Counterbalance (6am – 2pm), Monday to Friday
• FLT Counterbalance (2pm – 10pm), Monday to Friday
• FLT Bendi / Flexi / Pivot (6am – 2pm), Monday to Friday
• FLT Bendi / Flexi / Pivot (2pm – 10pm), Monday to Friday

All positions above are on 12-week temp to perm basis, based on performance and attendance within the first 12 weeks of the contract. Immediate starts available for suitable and qualified applicants.

Benefits & Pay

• Pay: £468.75 per week (matching permanent employees, subject to tax and NI), based on a 37.5 hour working week
• Location: Leyland, Lancashire.
• Term: 12-week temp to perm (based on performance and attendance)
• Pay frequency: Weekly pay for the previous week’s worked hours

These roles are set shift patterns in addition to roles advertised and filled previously.

Key responsibilities

• Safely operate relevant Forklift Truck in a busy warehouse setting.
• Load and unload goods and materials from delivery vehicles.
• Move stock to designated storage areas and organise inventory within the warehouse.
• Ensure that stock is handled carefully to prevent damage and maintain product quality.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movement, including materials received and dispatched.
• Perform regular safety checks and report any faults or issues with equipment.
• Always adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with general warehouse duties, such as picking and packing when required.
• Work efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Carry out general warehouse duties, alongside FLT driving.

Key requirements

• Forklift experience, inhouse or external (RTITB, ITSAAR or BRITTOp desirable) within the past 3 years (proof of certification / operator card / refresher required).
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of carrying out manual tasks, such as lifting and moving stock.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a positive attitude to work.

Interested in this role? Apply now using the relevant link or contact NW Recruitment Services Ltd today on 01254 786810.