Warehouse FLT Operative

Pertemps; Coalville; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking a Warehouse/FLT Operative to help set up a new warehouse. The role involves handling equipment, ensuring safe storage, and fulfilling customer orders. Candidates must have warehouse experience and a valid FLT counterbalance licence. Competitive hourly rate and accommodation provided for training at the main site.

Benefits

Hotel accommodation during training

Allowance for evening meals during training

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily checks of handling equipment and FLTs, recording any defects.
• Deal with inbound vehicles following company procedure.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of products.
• Maintain accuracy with picking and packing orders.
• Load distribution vehicles safely, highlighting any damages.
• Assist with inventory counting as directed.
• Adhere to health and safety processes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.

Skills

Previous experience in a Warehouse

Ability to work under pressure

Good organisational skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work well in a team

Education

Valid FLT counterbalance licence (RTITB accredited)

First Aid/Fire Marshall certifications

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse/FLT Operative

Location: Warrington (WA5)

Salary: £12.80 p/hr

Shifts: Monday- Friday 08:00- 17:00hrs

Contract: Temp - Permanent

We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse/FLT Operative for our client who is a well‑established supplier of cable trunking and lighting systems to various industries within the UK and Europe. You would be assisting in setting up a brand‑new warehouse unit and working within a small team to ensure customer orders are fulfilled and prepared in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the daily checks of all handling equipment and FLT's, including ladders are checked daily, recorded on the relevant sheets and defect reported.
• Deal with inbound vehicles following correct company procedure.
• Safe handling, storage and repacking of all products, where necessary, in line with stock locations, rotation and company policies.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy with picking and packing orders.
• Load distribution vehicles in a safe, presentable manner highlighting any damages or errors prior to completion.
• Assist with inventory counting where necessary and as directed by Warehouse Management.
• Adhere to all health and safety processes and procedures to prevent accidents or injuries.
• Maintain a high standard with housekeeping assisting to create a clean, organised and safe work area.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Warehouse is essential.
• Must have a valid in date FLT counterbalance licence (RTITB accredited).
• Any First Aid/Fire Marshall certifications would be advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Good organisational skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Information

As this is a new warehouse with collection facility, you would be required to attend the client's main site in Dudley for 2 weeks of training (Mon‑Fri) and to learn about the products. Hotel accommodation would be provided, and an allowance for an evening meal during this time.