Material Handling Operator

Nrl; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Nrl is recruiting for FLT Drivers and Material Handling Operatives to join a busy Sunderland logistics team on a contract running until end of January 2027. Shift work includes nights and weekends in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Candidates should have a valid FLT licence and proven warehouse or production experience, with strong safety awareness and the ability to work as part of a team. Counterbalance or reach truck experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Valid FLT licence.
• Proven warehouse or production experience.
• Willingness to work on a shift pattern that includes nights and weekends.
• Strong awareness of safe working practices.
• Counterbalance and/or reach truck experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift trucks for material movement and stock handling.
• Load and unload goods following safety and operational procedures.
• Manage stock movements accurately within the warehouse management system.
• Support material handling, storage organisation, and product distribution.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to meet targets.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe workspace.

Skills

FLT licence

Warehouse experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Shift work suitability

Job description

FLT Drivers / Material Handling Operatives – Sunderland

We’re looking for reliable and safety-conscious FLT Drivers and Material Handling Operatives to join a busy logistics team in Sunderland on a contract running until the end of January 2027. This is a great opportunity for anyone with warehouse experience who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and doesn’t mind shift-based work that includes weekends and nights.

Salary

Competitive

Location and Working Pattern

Based in Sunderland.

Shift work is required, including weekend and night shifts.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading organisation within the manufacturing sector, focused on efficiency and operational excellence. You’ll be joining a dedicated team that supports key production operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift trucks for material movement and stock handling.
• Load and unload goods, following safety and operational procedures.
• Manage stock movements accurately within the warehouse management system.
• Support material handling, storage organisation, and product distribution.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to meet targets.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe workspace.

Must-have Requirements

• Valid FLT licence.
• Proven experience working in a warehouse or production environment.
• Willingness to work on a shift pattern that includes nights and weekends.
• Strong awareness of safe working practices.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and follow operational processes.
• Counterbalance and/or reach truck experience.

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