FLT Driver (Team Member) - nights

Yusen Logistics; Widnes; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Free Eye Test

Cycle to Work

Critical Illness Cover

On-site mental health first aiders

Free online GP

Job summary

Yusen Logistics is seeking a Night-shift FLT Driver for our Widnes warehouse. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, loading and unloading LGVs, and support stock receiving, picking, replenishment, put away and dispatch during night shifts (22:00–06:30).

The role emphasizes safe manual handling, teamwork, and adherence to company policies while contributing to efficient warehouse service.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience and experience of manual handling.
• An FLT counterbalance licence (with a minimum of 12 months’ experience)
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Load and unload LGVs using an FLT counterbalance truck, ensuring safe handling and accuracy.
• Support day-to-day warehouse activities including receiving, picking, replenishment, put away and dispatch.
• Follow safe manual handling practices and adhere to health and safety requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes and procedures.
• Complete routine equipment checks and report defects or concerns promptly.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual handling experience

FLT counterbalance licence

Job description

Widnes

The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We’re looking for enthusiastic and driven FLT Drivers (Team Members) to join us at our Widnes site (WA8 0ZU) on a permanent, full-time basis. You will work the night shift starting Monday evening until Saturday morning, 22:00–06:30 and may occasionally be required to work overtime to support business needs.

The Benefits

• Salary of £30,530.16 per annum plus night-time allowance of £1,872
• Health Cash Plan
• Free Eye Test
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On-site mental health First Aiders
• Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

The Role

As an FLT Driver, you will support the safe and efficient day-to-day running of our Widnes warehouse during nights, ensuring goods are handled, stored and dispatched accurately.

Operating a counterbalance forklift truck, you will safely load and unload LGVs, ensuring products are moved efficiently while minimising damage and maintaining high standards of safety.

You’ll also support a range of warehouse activities, including receiving, picking, replenishment, put away and dispatch, working collaboratively with colleagues to help deliver an efficient, high-quality service.

Additionally, you will:

• Follow safe manual handling practices
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes and procedures
• Adhere to company policies, standards of behaviour and health and safety requirements
• Complete routine equipment checks and report any defects or concerns promptly

About You

To be considered as an FLT Driver, you will need:

• Previous warehouse experience and experience of manual handling
• An FLT counterbalance licence (with a minimum of 12 months’ experience)
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Attention to detail

The closing date for this role is 18th August 2026.

Other organisations may call this role Warehouse Operative, Forklift Truck Driver, Counterbalance FLT Driver, Reach Truck Operator, or Counterbalance Operator.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.