Fork Lift Driver

Straight Forward Recruitment Limited; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a reliable Production / FLT Operative to support the fertiliser bagging process at their client’s site in Great Yarmouth. The ideal candidate will have a valid FLT licence and experience in production. This temporary role offers a pay rate of £13.00 per hour, with opportunities for overtime at £19.50 per hour. Work hours will be from 06:00 to 18:00. On-site training will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive FLT pay and overtime rates

Full support from recruitment

On-site training

Qualifications

• Valid FLT licence required.
• Experience in production or warehouse preferred.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production in the bagging area.
• Label and manage fertiliser bags accurately.
• Operate FLT for moving completed bags.

Skills

Valid FLT licence (Counterbalance and/or Telehandler preferred)

Previous production or warehouse experience

Ability to follow instructions and record accurate information

Comfortable with manual handling

Safety-conscious, reliable, detail-oriented

Able to work a 06:00–18:00 shift as required

Job description

Straight Forward Recruitment are seeking a reliable and hardworking Production / FLT Operative to join our client’s team within the bagging area at Origin UK Operations. This is a temporary position running until April 2026. The role involves supporting the fertiliser bagging process, accurately labelling product bags, and operating an FLT to manage finished bulk bags.

Shift Pattern

• 06:00 – 18:00
  (Shift length may be shortened depending on workload)

Pay Rate

• FLT Driver: £13.00 per hour

  • Overtime: £19.50 per hour (after 40 hours)

Key Responsibilities

• Work in the bagging area to support daily production.

• Clearly write and record mixture contents on fertiliser bulk bags before filling.

• Position bags over the feed station and ensure correct inflation before loading.

• Monitor the filling process (up to 600kg per bag) and stop when required.

• Ensure filled bags move safely along the conveyor system.

• Tie bags securely with plastic ties when stationary on the conveyor.

• Operate an FLT to lift and move completed bags at the end of the conveyor.

• Follow all on-site health and safety guidelines and PPE requirements.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Report mechanical issues or quality concerns promptly.

Skills and Requirements

• Valid FLT licence (Counterbalance and/or Telehandler preferred).

• Previous production or warehouse experience beneficial.

• Ability to follow instructions and record accurate information.

• Comfortable with manual handling and working around machinery.

• Safety-conscious, reliable, and detail-oriented.

• Able to work a 06:00–18:00 shift as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive FLT pay and overtime rates

• Full support from Straight Forward Recruitment

• On-site training

To apply please submit your CV or call 01603 567808 for more information.

Rate of Pay

£13.00 – £19.50 per Hour

Job ID – FLT Driver