Forklift Driver / Yard Operative

The Best Connection; Newbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Attendance bonus

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver to join their busy yard team in Newbury. You will operate a counterbalance forklift, load and move materials safely around the yard, and support daily operations with a strong focus on safety. An immediate start is available for a reliable candidate.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm with some flexibility. Pay is £12.71 per hour with an attendance bonus, offering long-term prospects for the right person.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence required.
• Previous experience in a busy yard environment.
• Reliable with good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload and move materials around the yard.
• Support daily yard operations and general yard duties.
• Work in line with site procedures and safety rules.

Job description

Yard Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver - starting ASAP!

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm (flexibility available)

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour + bonus attendance

Our client is a processor of waste electrical and electronic equipment and is currently looking for an experienced FLT Counterbalance Driver to join their busy yard team on an ongoing basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for long-term work with an immediate start.

Further Information About The Role:

This is a FLT Counterbalance role and you will spend the majority of your day operating a counterbalance forklift, moving, lifting and shifting materials safely around the yard. Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift in a busy yard environment is essential.

As this is a FLT Counterbalance role you must hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence and be confident working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading, unloading, lifting and moving materials around the yard.
• Supporting daily yard operations.
• Working safely in line with site procedures.
• General yard duties as required.

Requirements:

• Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (essential).
• Previous experience lifting and shifting materials using a counterbalance forklift.
• Good understanding of yard operations.
• Reliable with a strong attendance record.
• Able to start ASAP.

Pay & Benefits:

• £12.71 per hour - weekly pay.
• Additional uplift of £1.20 per hour on all 45 hours worked
• Ongoing opportunity for the right candidate.

This is a FLT Counterbalance role offering an excellent opportunity to join a well-established processor of waste electrical and electronic equipment with long-term prospects for the right candidate.