Fork Lift Truck Driver

E3recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Bradford is looking for FLT Drivers for permanent roles. The position offers £14.95 per hour with a 15% shift allowance, a 4-day working week, and 33 days holiday. Responsibilities include operating FLTs safely, loading, unloading, and maintaining a clean work environment. Candidates must have a valid FLT licence and experience in a warehouse setting. This opportunity is ideal for reliable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

Shift allowance

33 days holiday

Permanent opportunities

Overtime at premium rates

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid and accredited FLT licence.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting is required.
• Strong health and safety awareness is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate the counterbalance or reach FLT safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles.
• Move materials between production and storage areas.
• Supply production lines with materials as required.
• Conduct daily FLT checks and report defects.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Valid FLT licence (Counterbalance)

Experience in warehouse or manufacturing

Job description

Immediate start available, 15% shift allowance, £14 .95 per hour, 4 day working week and 33 days holiday. Due to an increase in orders and continued company growth, we are looking to recruit FLT Drivers. Permanent positions are available for the right candidates.

Our long-standing client, supplying blue-chip organisations worldwide, is expanding and seeking experienced FLT Drivers. You will be joining a clean, friendly, and well‑organised manufacturing environment where your contribution is valued.

FLT Driver Duties

• Operating counterbalance and/or reach FLT safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles
• Moving materials between production, warehouse, and storage areas
• Supplying production lines with materials as required
• Carrying out daily FLT checks and reporting any defects
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment

What’s on Offer

Shifts rotate between mornings and afternoons weekly although initially, you will start on days:

• Days: £13.00 per hour | 7:30am – 4:00pm (1:00pm finish on Fridays)
• Morning shift 10%: £14.30 per hour | 6:00am – 2:00pm
• Afternoon shift 15%: £14.95 per hour | 2:00pm – 12:00am Monday to Wednesday, 11:30pm finish on Thursday

Overtime paid at premium rates (x1.5 & x2)
15% shift allowance
33 days holiday
Clean, modern working environment
Permanent opportunities available

FLT Driver Requirements

• Valid and accredited FLT licence (Counterbalance)
• Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Strong awareness of health and safety
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment

The FLT Driver role is based in Idle, Bradford.

If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please get in touch as soon as possible. Contact Conor Wood at E3 Recruitment.