Yard Assistant with FLT – Customer Service & Training

Manpower; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a Yard Assistant with FLT in Maidstone. This full-time role offers a competitive pay rate of £13.50 per hour, with potential overtime. Candidates must hold a valid FLT counterbalance license and possess strong customer service skills. The job involves yard maintenance duties, operating a counterbalance fork lift, and occasional administrative tasks. The position starts immediately and is temporary, enduring until April 2026. A London weighting bonus is also included in the package.

Benefits

Competitive pay

London weighting bonus

Free on-site parking

Provided PPE

Comprehensive training

Access to online courses through MyPath

Qualifications

• Valid FLT counterbalance licence refreshed in the last 3 years.
• Valid Cat B driving licence.
• Successful candidates require a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Ensure professional operations in line with client standards.
• General yard and maintenance duties including heavy lifting of gas cylinders.
• Operate the Fork Lift - counterbalance.
• Assist in the office taking calls from customers during busy periods.
• Carry out some general admin duties with full training provided.

Skills

Outstanding customer service

Computer literate

Tools

FLT counterbalance

Job description

A staffing agency is looking for a Yard Assistant with FLT in Maidstone. This full-time role offers a competitive pay rate of £13.50 per hour, with potential overtime. Candidates must hold a valid FLT counterbalance license and possess strong customer service skills. The job involves yard maintenance duties, operating a counterbalance fork lift, and occasional administrative tasks. The position starts immediately and is temporary, enduring until April 2026. A London weighting bonus is also included in the package.