FLT – Reach and Counterbalance Driver
| Posting date: | 19 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.27 to £20.31 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 July 2025 |
| Location: | Kingswinford, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Concept Recruitment Group |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | FLTdud19.06 |
Summary
Our award winning client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Night Shift FLT driver (Reach and Counterbalance) to join their busy food production facility in Kingswinford.
Job Title: Night Shift FLT Driver
Location: Kingswinford
Hours: Night Shift - 10:00 pm – 6:00 am, Sunday to Thursday
Salary: £15.27 per hour, overtime after 37.5 hours paid at £20.31
Contract Type: On-going temporary, with a possibility of a permanent contract.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Forklift Truck Driver to join the night shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of goods around the warehouse and production area, maintaining operational flow, and ensuring accurate inventory handling.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate a forklift (counterbalance and reach truck) to load, unload, move, and stack products.
Carry out nightly loading/unloading of delivery vehicles.
Transfer goods safely within the warehouse, production, and yard areas.
Perform pre-shift safety checks and report faults or damage to equipment.
Follow health & safety protocols and site rules at all times.
Support general warehouse duties as required.
Requirements:
Valid and in-date FLT license (e.g., RTITB or ITSSAR accredited) with one year+ experience
Previous experience operating FLTs, ideally on night shifts.
Good understanding of warehouse safety procedures.
Ability to work independently and remain alert during night hours.
Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable:
Experience in a fast-paced distribution or manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
Benefits:
Night shift allowance
Overtime opportunities
On-site parking
**Training will be delivered for 1 week on day shift, before you join the night shift**
Job Title: Night Shift FLT Driver
Location: Kingswinford
Hours: Night Shift - 10:00 pm – 6:00 am, Sunday to Thursday
Salary: £15.27 per hour, overtime after 37.5 hours paid at £20.31
Contract Type: On-going temporary, with a possibility of a permanent contract.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Forklift Truck Driver to join the night shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of goods around the warehouse and production area, maintaining operational flow, and ensuring accurate inventory handling.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate a forklift (counterbalance and reach truck) to load, unload, move, and stack products.
Carry out nightly loading/unloading of delivery vehicles.
Transfer goods safely within the warehouse, production, and yard areas.
Perform pre-shift safety checks and report faults or damage to equipment.
Follow health & safety protocols and site rules at all times.
Support general warehouse duties as required.
Requirements:
Valid and in-date FLT license (e.g., RTITB or ITSSAR accredited) with one year+ experience
Previous experience operating FLTs, ideally on night shifts.
Good understanding of warehouse safety procedures.
Ability to work independently and remain alert during night hours.
Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable:
Experience in a fast-paced distribution or manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
Benefits:
Night shift allowance
Overtime opportunities
On-site parking
**Training will be delivered for 1 week on day shift, before you join the night shift**