FLT Counterbalance driver - B2
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.94 to £15.89 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2025 |
| Location: | HU9 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aqumen Business Solutions Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | FLTB2HU9-13316 |
Summary
ob description:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced FLT Driver (Counterbalance B2 ) to join a leading manufacturing business based in East Hull (HU9). This is a temporary position for an initial 4-week period, with the potential for extension depending on business needs.
Our client is part of a globally recognised group, specialising in the production of high-quality building materials used in commercial buildings, data centres, and infrastructure projects. Their Hull site is a key UK manufacturing hub focused on sustainability and innovation, with a modern, fast-paced environment and strong health & safety culture.
You’ll be joining a professional and forward-thinking team committed to operational excellence, sustainability goals, and continuous improvement.
working
• Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm , must also be able to work 6am - 2pm or 2pm - 10pm paid at higher rate.
• paid for 36.5 hours at £13.94 per hour, then 39 hours after 12 weeks
Key responsibilities:
• Operating Counterbalance FLTs (B2 licences required)
• Loading and unloading lorries and trailers
• Moving goods and materials safely around site
• Using handheld scanners and warehouse databases to track stock and maintain accurate inventory records
• Supplying raw materials to the production lines and removing finished products
• Ensuring work areas remain tidy and compliant with safety standards
• Following clear operational procedures and reporting to line supervisors
Requirements:
• Valid in-date FLT licences (B2 Counterbalance)
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Experience using hand scanners and stock databases/WMS systems
• Ability to safely load/unload large vehicles
• A proactive, reliable, and safety-focused work ethic
• Good communication and teamworking skills
• Availability to commit to the full 4-week temporary contract
please note a b2 license is a forklift truck with a lifting capacity over 5,000kg and up to 15,000kg.
Aqumen recruitment is acting employment business regarding this vacancy.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
minimum 4 weeks , could be on going