Fork Lift Truck Driver

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Salary-sacrifice options

Annual performance bonus

Structured training

Job summary

Westray Recruitment is seeking experienced FLT Operatives to join a busy warehouse in Hartlepool. The role is temporary-to-permanent and requires a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and externally accredited qualification.

You’ll move stock, load/unload, and support warehouse operations while building a long-term career with the employer. The position involves manual handling and learning of machinery, with full site induction and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Valid and in-date Counterbalance FLT licence required.
• Externally accredited qualification (RTITB/ITSSAR/NPORS) required.
• Previous FLT and warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience working safely in a busy operational environment required.
• A full and honest CV outlining employment history required.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload vehicles and containers.
• Move, stack and store pallets within the warehouse.
• Support goods-in and goods-out operations.
• Check stock and report discrepancies.
• Prepare goods and pallets for dispatch.

Skills

FLT licence

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual handling

Education

RTITB/ITSSAR/NPORS licence qualification

Job description

Job Description: FLT Operative

Company: Westray Recruitment

Location: Hartlepool

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

Pay Rate: £14.38 per hour

Overtime: Currently available

About the Role

Westray Recruitment is recruiting experienced FLT Operatives to join a busy warehouse and logistics operation in Hartlepool.

This temporary-to-permanent opportunity requires candidates with a valid, externally accredited Counterbalance FLT licence. The successful candidate will support warehouse operations through the safe movement of stock, loading and unloading, pallet handling, order preparation and general operational duties.

The role includes physically demanding work, manual handling and the operation of specialist machinery. New starters will learn the machinery, processes and warehouse layout before progressing to regular FLT duties.

The employer places considerable importance on training, experience, safety and staff retention. All applicants will attend a meet-and-greet interview before starting, and a full, honest CV is required.

Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday, rotating weekly:

06:00 to 14:00

14:00 to 22:00

Pay rate: £14.38 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles and containers
• Moving, stacking and storing pallets within the warehouse
• Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations
• Checking stock and reporting discrepancies
• Preparing goods and pallets for dispatch
• Completing general palletising duties
• Learning and operating specialist machinery where required
• Carrying out manual handling and general warehouse duties
• Working safely within busy and potentially congested areas
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workplace
• Following all site procedures and health and safety requirements
• Supporting the wider warehouse operation when required

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A valid and in-date Counterbalance FLT licence
• An externally accredited qualification issued by RTITB, ITSSAR or NPORS
• Previous FLT and warehouse experience
• Experience working safely in a busy operational environment
• Good attention to detail
• A reliable and responsible approach to work
• A willingness to complete manual handling and general warehouse duties
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A full and honest CV outlining their employment history

Please note that in-house or expired FLT licences cannot be accepted for this position.

A driving licence would be advantageous.

PPE Requirements

Operatives will be required to wear approved PPE, including:

• Safety boots
• Orange high-visibility clothing
• Bump cap

What's on Offer

Temporary-to-permanent employment

Competitive hourly pay of £14.38 per hour

Overtime currently available at time and one-third

Structured training and site induction

Long-term opportunities for dependable candidates

A supportive working environment

Monthly pay on the 27th once permanently employed

Once permanent, benefits include:

• 7% pension
• Salary-sacrifice options
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Cycle-to-work scheme