FLT Workshop Operative - 9-Day Fortnight, Newport

Speedy Hire PLC; Newport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Discount across Speedy brand

Training and career development

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

Staff Shop discounts

Green Commute Initiative

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Speedy Hire PLC in Newport is seeking a hands-on Workshop Operative to support our depot, handling loading, equipment testing and stock control across workshop and logistics teams.

This role offers a 9-day fortnight with every other Wednesday off, full UK driving licence, FLT experience, and a strong focus on safety, teamwork and continuous learning, with training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• FLT experience is essential.
• Current FLT licence is preferred.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• A practical, hands-on approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Strong focus on working safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate an FLT and move equipment safely around the depot.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Prepare and test hire equipment.
• Manage and organise stock.
• Support deliveries and collections when required.
• Keep the workshop and depot safe, tidy and organised.
• Assist different teams across the depot.

Skills

FLT experience

Teamwork

Good communication

Hands-on

Basic computer skills

Willingness to learn

Safety focus

Tools

FLT licence

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Speedy Hire PLC in Newport is seeking a hands-on Workshop Operative to support our depot, handling loading, equipment testing and stock control across workshop and logistics teams.

This role offers a 9-day fortnight with every other Wednesday off, full UK driving licence, FLT experience, and a strong focus on safety, teamwork and continuous learning, with training and career development opportunities.