FLT Driver/ Van Driver

Pertemps Kettering; Great Houghton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing company in Great Houghton is seeking a dependable FLT Driver / Relief Van Driver to join their customer-focused team. The role involves warehouse operations, including operating a counterbalance forklift and delivering goods. Required qualifications include a valid FLT Counterbalance Licence and a Full UK Driving Licence. Benefits include company pension, employee discounts, and on-site parking.

Benefits

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking / On-site parking

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all warehouse and materials handling operations accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Operate counterbalance forklift to load/unload and move stock.
• Pick, pack, and label goods for customer orders and inter-branch transfers.
• Complete goods-in processes, checking deliveries against documentation and reporting any issues.
• Safely load and unload vehicles, completing all relevant paperwork.
• Act as a Relief Driver, delivering goods to customers when required.

Skills

Customer focused

Team oriented

Flexible & proactive

Safety conscious

Education

Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence

Full UK Driving Licence

Previous warehouse and/or professional driving experience

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a busy, customer-focused environment? We're seeking a reliable FLT Driver / Relief Van Driver to join our team. This role offers variety - from warehouse operations to professional driving duties - ensuring our customers receive excellent service every time.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all warehouse and materials handling operations accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Operate counterbalance forklift to load/unload and move stock.
• Pick, pack, and label goods for customer orders and inter-branch transfers.
• Complete goods-in processes, checking deliveries against documentation and reporting any issues.
• Ensure stock is stored, rotated, and catalogued correctly, participating in stock takes.
• Safely load and unload vehicles, completing all relevant paperwork.
• Act as a Relief Driver, delivering goods to customers when required.
• Plan delivery routes, check goods with customers, obtain signatures, and maintain excellent customer service.
• Follow company health & safety policies, maintain housekeeping standards, and report any issues promptly.

What We're Looking For

• Customer focused - professional, polite, and committed to delivering excellent service.
• Team oriented - a collaborative worker who communicates well with colleagues and customers.
• Flexible & proactive - adaptable to changing schedules and able to use initiative.
• Safety conscious - always working within company policies and legal requirements.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence (required)
• Full UK Driving Licence (required)
• Previous warehouse and/or professional driving experience
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking / On-site parking
• Life insurance

Apply

If you're a dependable team player with FLT and driving experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of our hardworking and supportive team.