FLT Reach Truck Driver

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Coalville; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Staff canteen

Long-term career progression

Fixed 4-on 4-off rota

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is recruiting experienced FLT Reach Truck Drivers for a fast-paced contract packing operation in Coalville. You will move stock, support production lines, and ensure accurate paperwork and safe pallet handling.

We look for a valid Reach Truck licence (preferred) and experience in FMCG/logistics. The role features 12-hour shifts, a 4-on, 4-off pattern, on-site parking, and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Valid accredited Reach Truck licence preferred but not essential.
• Experience operating a Reach Truck in FMCG, logistics or co-packing.
• Reliable with ability to work a 12-hour 4-on, 4-off shift.

Responsibilities

• Move stock and materials to production lines to prevent downtime.
• Stack finished pallet loads in high-bay racking safely.
• Load/unload deliveries using Reach Trucks.
• Perform visual quality checks and ensure paperwork/scanner data accuracy.
• Maintain site safety and follow warehouse traffic rules.

Skills

Reach Truck Licence

Reach Truck Driving

English communication

Job description

We are currently recruiting for experienced FLT Reach Truck Drivers to join our fast-paced contract packing operation in Coalville. In this role, you will play a key part in keeping stock, raw materials, and finished goods moving efficiently between our high-bay racking and busy co-pack assembly lines. A valid, accredited Reach Truck licence (e.g., RTITB or ITSSAR) is preferred, but candidates with an expired licence will also be considered, with refresher training available where required.

Hours for the FLT Reach Driver:-

06:00 – 18:00 (12-hour shifts)

Shift Pattern for the FLT Reach Driver:-

4 Days On, 4 Days Off (Fixed Days)

Key Responsibilities for the FLT Reach Driver:-

• Line Replenishment: Move raw components and packaging materials to the production lines to prevent downtime.
• High-Bay Stacking: Put away finished, wrapped pallet loads safely into high-bay racking systems.
• Inbound & Outbound: Load and unload delivery vehicles efficiently using Reach Trucks.
• Inventory Control: Complete visual quality checks on all loads and ensure paperwork or scanner data is accurate.
• Site Safety: Maintain high safety standards and adhere to warehouse traffic management systems at all times.

Key Requirement for FLT Reach Driver:-

• Reach Truck Licence: A valid, accredited Reach Truck licence (e.g., RTITB, ITSSAR) is preferred but not essential. Candidates with an expired licence may be considered, as refresher training can be provided.
• Experience: Proven experience operating a Reach Truck in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), logistics, or co-packing environment.
• Reliability: Comfort with committing to a 12-hour shift pattern on a 4-on, 4-off rotation.
• Communication: Good level of written and spoken English for paperwork and health and safety requirements.

Benefits

• Fixed 4-on, 4-off rotas providing predictable days off and consistent income.
• On-site parking and modern staff canteen facilities.
• Opportunities for long-term career progression.

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