Fork Lift Truck Driver

The Best Connection Group Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Braunstone is seeking FLT drivers for ongoing roles with a chance for permanency after a trial period. Responsibilities include operating Counterbalance and Reach trucks, locating pallets, and loading/unloading deliveries. Candidates can expect a structured training program and a 4 on 4 off day shift. Competitive pay at £12.97 per hour and additional benefits include paid leave, training, and onsite facilities.

Benefits

Permanent contract opportunities

Extensive training programme

Free on-site parking

On-site subsidised canteen

28 days Paid Annual Leave

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in operating Counterbalance and Reach trucks.
• Ability to locate and stack pallets efficiently.
• Flexible availability to work 4 on 4 off shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate FLT to locate and stack pallets.
• Load and unload deliveries in the warehouse.
• Participate in paid training before starting the role.

Skills

FLT driving

Counterbalance operation

Reach truck operation

Job description

Our client based in Braunstone is looking for FLT drivers to join their team in ongoing positions with a view to becoming permanent following a successful trial period. You will be working in a clean well lit and well laid out warehouse. You will be working on both Counterbalance (single and double handlers) and Reach trucks. All truck are LPG. Duties will include locating pallets of up to 2 meters tall from a conveyor belt into the warehouse with pallets stacked up to 9 meters high and loading and unloading deliveries. This is a full FLT Role with no hand ball. Successful applicants will be required to undertake 2 weeks of paid training on a 06.00-14.00 shift from Monday - Friday prior to starting on the 4 on 4 off day shift.

Hours and pay

• 4 on 4 off day shift working 06.00-18.00 paid at £12.97 per hour

Other benefits of working for this client

• An excellent opportunity for a permanent contract following a successful trial period
• Extensive training programme
• Opportunities to further skills, gain additional licences and qualifications
• Free on-site parking
• On-site subsidised canteen
• No physical lifting

Benefits of working for The Best Connection Employment group LTD

• Ongoing temporary assignments with excellent opportunity of permanent positions after a successful qualifying period
• 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holidays)
• Weekly pay
• Perks at Work scheme
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution