FLT Reach and Counterbalance Drivers

Gap Personnel; Leek; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

On-site parking

On-site canteen

Immediate start

Free hot drinks

Job summary

Gap Personnel, operating as an employment business, is recruiting for Ornua Foods in Leek. This role is for an experienced FLT Driver (Reach D1/D2 and Counterbalance B1) in a fast-paced production environment with steady hours and weekly pay.

Offered is a permanent position with competitive hourly rates. Overtime is available on top of base pay, with immediate start and on-site facilities enhancing the work experience at Ornua Foods.

Qualifications

• Valid Reach D1/D2 and Counterbalance B1.
• Minimum 2 years' proven FLT experience.
• Experience in a production or fast-moving environment.
• Self-motivated, organised and reliable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Methodical, safety-focused approach.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to delivering consistent results.

Responsibilities

• Stock movement using Reach and Counterbalance trucks.
• Labeling and preparing materials.
• Maintaining a safe, tidy workspace.
• Completing daily equipment safety checks.
• Accurate completion of paperwork.
• Supporting wider production tasks as needed.

Skills

Reach D1/D2

Counterbalance B1

FLT experience

Production environment

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Job description

Gap Personnel, operating as an employment business, is recruiting an experienced FLT Reach (D1/D2) and Counterbalance (B1) Driver to join Ornua Foods, one of the UK’s leading dairy suppliers with over 100 years of heritage.

This is an opportunity to join a respected employer offering long‑term stability, excellent pay, and a supportive team environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• £14.03 per hour

• Permanent position for the right candidate

• Overtime at £21.05 and £28.06 per hour

• Monday–Friday rotating shifts (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm)

• Weekly pay

• Free hot drinks & on‑site canteen

• Free on‑site parking

• Immediate start available

The Role

As an FLT Driver at Ornua Foods, you’ll work in a fast‑paced, organised production environment where your accuracy and teamwork make a real impact. This is not a static forklift role — you’ll be hands‑on across multiple areas to keep operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stock movement using Reach and Counterbalance trucks

• Labelling and preparing materials

• Maintaining a safe, tidy workspace

• Completing daily equipment safety checks

• Accurate completion of paperwork

• Supporting wider production tasks as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Reach (D1/D2) and Counterbalance (B1)

• Minimum 2 years’ proven FLT experience

• Experience in a production or fast‑moving environment

• Self‑motivated, organised, and reliable

• Strong communication skills

• A methodical, safety‑focused approach

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Commitment to delivering consistent results

Location

Ornua Foods, Sunnyhill Rd, Leek, ST13

Ready to Join?

This role starts immediately.

Call 07740 824855 Email your CV and certificates to [e-mail]