FLT Reach And Counterbalance Driver

TRC Yorkshire; Wheatley Lane; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Weekly pay

Consistent full-time hours

Immediate starts available

On-site parking

Job summary

TRC Yorkshire is recruiting experienced Counterbalance and Reach FLT drivers for a busy FMCG drinks production site in BB9 5SR. The role involves operating FLTs, loading/unloading, and moving stock to support production lines on a rotating continental shift pattern.

Candidates must hold valid RTITB or ITSSAR licences and demonstrate reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to work day and night shifts. Immediate starts available.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach FLT licences.
• RTITB or ITSSAR accredited licences preferred.
• Previous warehouse and/or FMCG experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operating both Counterbalance and Reach FLTs safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading vehicles.
• Moving stock throughout warehouse and production areas.
• Supplying production lines with materials.
• Stacking and storing finished goods.
• Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations.
• Completing daily FLT safety checks.
• Adhering to all health and safety procedures.

Skills

FLT licences

Counterbalance licence

Reach licence

Job description

FLT Driver (Counterbalance & Reach) - FMCG Drinks Production

Location: BB9 5SR

Pay Rate: £14.48 per hour

Shifts: Continental Days & Nights (6:00am-6:00pm / 6:00pm-6:00am)

Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Work

Immediate Starts Available

About the Role

TRC are recruiting experienced Counterbalance and Reach FLT Drivers to join a busy FMCG drinks production site.

This is a predominantly forklift-based role, supporting warehouse and production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Successful candidates will be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work a rotating continental shift pattern.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a rotating continental shift pattern:

• Week 1: 5 Day Shifts (6:00am - 6:00pm)
• Week 2: 2 Day Shifts (6:00am - 6:00pm)
• Week 3: 5 Night Shifts (6:00pm - 6:00am)
• Week 4: 2 Night Shifts (6:00pm - 6:00am)

The pattern then repeats.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating both Counterbalance and Reach FLTs safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock throughout warehouse and production areas
• Supplying production lines with materials
• Stacking and storing finished goods
• Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations
• Completing daily FLT safety checks
• Adhering to all health and safety procedures

Requirements

• Valid, in-date Counterbalance and Reach FLT licences
• RTITB or ITSSAR accredited licences
• Previous warehouse and/or FMCG experience preferred
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures
• Reliable with excellent attendance
• Able to commit to rotating day and night shifts

Site Information

• Non-smoking site (no smoking or vaping permitted)
• Allergen-free environment
• Warm working conditions
• Strict hygiene standards apply (no jewellery, false nails, false eyelashes, etc.)
• Safety boots and hi-vis required (additional PPE provided on-site)

Benefits

• Paid breaks
• Weekly pay
• Consistent full-time hours
• Immediate starts available
• On-site parking