Forklift Driver

Manpower; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower is seeking an experienced FLT Driver to join a busy warehouse team on-site. The role requires a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and at least one year of experience operating a forklift in a fast-paced environment.

Shifts rotate with early and late patterns; weekend work is included. The position offers a £14.21 per hour pay rate and requires reliable personal transport to the Louth area, as public transport access is limited.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of Counterbalance FLT experience.
• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence required.
• Experience operating a Counterbalance forklift in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Counterbalance forklift truck.
• Assist with day-to-day warehouse and yard operations.
• Transport, organise and store stock across yard and warehouse areas.
• Use handheld scanning devices to monitor stock movement.
• Provide support across various operational tasks as required.

Skills

FLT driving

Counterbalance FLT

Stock control

Education

Counterbalance FLT licence

Tools

Handheld scanner

Job description

Manpower is currently recruiting for a FLT Driver to join a well-established team supporting warehouse and operational activities on-site. This opportunity is well-suited to someone with prior experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Location

Based on the outskirts of Louth, this site is not accessible by public transport, so candidates must have their own reliable means of travel.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a rotating shift basis, and flexibility to cover both patterns is essential:

• Week 1:
  Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm
  Friday: 7:00am - 6:00pm
• Week 2:
  Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
  Sunday: 7:00am - 6:00pm

Weekend work is part of the role, with days off provided during the week on a rotating basis.

Pay Rate

• £14.21 per hour

Key Duties

• Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck
• Assist with day-to-day warehouse and yard operations
• Transport, organise, and store stock across yard and warehouse areas
• Use handheld scanning devices to monitor stock movement
• Provide support across various operational tasks as required

Requirements

Experience

• Previous experience as an FLT Driver
• At least 1 year of Counterbalance FLT experience

Qualifications

• Valid, in-date Counterbalance FLT licence

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Comfortable using scanning and stock control equipment
• Flexible approach with willingness to support multiple duties
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team