Yard/FLT Operative
| Posting date: | 24 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £15.74 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 April 2026 |
| Location: | Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 2RH |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JN -082025-8702_1774363496 |
Summary
Yard / FLT Operative - Immediate Start
Smethwick | £15.74 per hour + Overtime Premiums
Are you looking for a hands-on, active role where every day brings something different? Join a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Smethwick, where your hard work is valued and no two shifts are the same.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, being part of a supportive team, and keeping busy in a fast-paced environment.
Working Hours- Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 17:00
- Overtime available with premium rates
A varied position combining:
- 70% yard-based duties (outdoors)
- 30% FLT work
Your day-to-day will include:
- Picking gas cylinders using pick sheets
- Loading and unloading stillages
- Securing cylinders safely using ratchet straps
- Operating a Counterbalance FLT to load/unload HGVs
- Assisting customers with handling cylinders of varying weights
- Keeping the yard clean, organised, and safe
- Supporting general site duties as needed
Full PPE and workwear are provided.
✅ What We're Looking For- Valid B1 Counterbalance FLT licence (essential)
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Willingness to work overtime
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- A positive, team-focused attitude
- £15.74 per hour + overtime premiums
- 28 days paid holiday (accrued)
- Company pension & staff insurance
- Long-term, ongoing opportunity
- Free PPE and workwear
- Free refreshments on site
- Access to a fully equipped canteen
Immediate interviews available with a quick start for the right candidate.
Send your up-to-date CV along with your valid B1 FLT certificate today and take the next step in your career!
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.