FLT – Reach and Counterbalance Driver

Concept Recruitment Group; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production seeks an experienced Night Shift FLT Driver for ongoing temporary work with potential for a permanent contract. Responsibilities include operating forklifts for efficient warehouse operations and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should have a valid FLT license and be prepared for night shifts, ensuring the smooth flow of goods in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

On-site parking

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• One year+ experience operating FLTs required.
• Ability to work night shifts independently.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and stack products.
• Perform nightly loading/unloading of delivery vehicles.
• Conduct pre-shift safety checks on the equipment.

Skills

Safety Procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

FLT License (e.g., RTITB or ITSSAR)

Job description

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FLT – Reach and Counterbalance Driver, Kingswinford

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Client:

Concept Recruitment Group

Location:

Kingswinford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Our award winning client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Night Shift FLT driver (Reach and Counterbalance) to join their busy food production facility in Kingswinford.

Job Title:Night Shift FLT Driver

Location:Kingswinford

Hours:Night Shift – 10:00 pm – 6:00 am, Sunday to Thursday

Salary:£15.27 per hour, overtime after 37.5 hours paid at £20.31

Contract Type:On-going temporary, with a possibility of a permanent contract.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Forklift Truck Driver to join the night shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of goods around the warehouse and production area, maintaining operational flow, and ensuring accurate inventory handling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift (counterbalance and reach truck) to load, unload, move, and stack products.
• Carry out nightly loading/unloading of delivery vehicles.
• Transfer goods safely within the warehouse, production, and yard areas.
• Perform pre-shift safety checks and report faults or damage to equipment.
• Follow health & safety protocols and site rules at all times.
• Support general warehouse duties as required.

Requirements:

• Valid and in-date FLT license (e.g., RTITB or ITSSAR accredited) with one year+ experience
• Previous experience operating FLTs, ideally on night shifts.
• Good understanding of warehouse safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and remain alert during night hours.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
• Overtime opportunities
• On-site parking

**Training will be delivered for 1 week on day shift, before you join the night shift**