FLT Driver - Counterbalance
| Posting date: | 23 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.50 to £14.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Weekly pay for previous weeks hours |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 July 2026 |
| Location: | Tarleton, Preston |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NW Recruitment Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | NW-JH291 |
Summary
Role: FLT Driver (Counterbalance)
Location: Tarleton, Lancashire
Hours:
• 1 x Monday to Wednesday 7am to 6pm
• 1 x Thursday to Saturday 7am to 6pm
Salary: £13.50 to £14.00 per hour, weekly pay
Term: Mid July / start of August to November 2026 (may be extended to March 2027)
NW Recruitment Services Ltd are working exclusively with an established business who are seeking an experienced FLT Driver holding valid Counterbalance and Reach licences (RTITB or ITSAAR) to operate at their busy warehousing and distribution facility in Tarleton.
The position is suited to candidates with a sharp eye for health & safety, strong manual handling capabilities, and experience stacking double height pallets indoors and outdoors.
Key responsibilities:
• Operate counterbalance and reach trucks (RTITB or ITSAAR certified) safely and efficiently.
• Handle loads of up to 3 tonnes, stacking on pallets up to three double pallets high (approximately 6.6 - 8.8 metres reach).
• Conduct both indoor and outdoor FLT operations, navigating safely around a high-traffic yard.
• Stack and retrieve pallets accurately and securely at height, adhering to safe stacking protocols.
• Perform routine FLT safety checks and maintenance inspections before each shift.
• Ensure working areas remain clean, hazard-free, and compliant with health & safety regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with warehouse and yard staff to maintain operational flow.
• Effectively communicate with management on any identified risks or issues.
Essential requirements:
• Essential: Valid and current Counterbalance FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR).
• Desirable: Valid and current Reach FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR)
• Proven stack height experience: able to stack double pallets up to three layers high (6.6 – 8.8 m reach).
• Comfortable lifting and manoeuvring loads of up to 3 tonnes.
• Strong awareness of health, safety and emergency procedures in busy yard environments.
• A professional attitude, reliability, and ability to work set shift patterns.
Desirable attributes:
• Previous experience in handling and manoeuvring fragile items.
• Knowledge of HSE guidelines and standard warehouse / yard risk.
• Confident and effective communication with site teams and supervisors.
Apply with your CV now to submit your interest or contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today:
• WhatsApp: 07742 071733
• Tel: 0331 630 6557
• Email: j.henderson@nw-recruit.co.uk (CV and FLT Licences by email)
Location: Tarleton, Lancashire
Hours:
• 1 x Monday to Wednesday 7am to 6pm
• 1 x Thursday to Saturday 7am to 6pm
Salary: £13.50 to £14.00 per hour, weekly pay
Term: Mid July / start of August to November 2026 (may be extended to March 2027)
NW Recruitment Services Ltd are working exclusively with an established business who are seeking an experienced FLT Driver holding valid Counterbalance and Reach licences (RTITB or ITSAAR) to operate at their busy warehousing and distribution facility in Tarleton.
The position is suited to candidates with a sharp eye for health & safety, strong manual handling capabilities, and experience stacking double height pallets indoors and outdoors.
Key responsibilities:
• Operate counterbalance and reach trucks (RTITB or ITSAAR certified) safely and efficiently.
• Handle loads of up to 3 tonnes, stacking on pallets up to three double pallets high (approximately 6.6 - 8.8 metres reach).
• Conduct both indoor and outdoor FLT operations, navigating safely around a high-traffic yard.
• Stack and retrieve pallets accurately and securely at height, adhering to safe stacking protocols.
• Perform routine FLT safety checks and maintenance inspections before each shift.
• Ensure working areas remain clean, hazard-free, and compliant with health & safety regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with warehouse and yard staff to maintain operational flow.
• Effectively communicate with management on any identified risks or issues.
Essential requirements:
• Essential: Valid and current Counterbalance FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR).
• Desirable: Valid and current Reach FLT licence (RTITB or ITSAAR)
• Proven stack height experience: able to stack double pallets up to three layers high (6.6 – 8.8 m reach).
• Comfortable lifting and manoeuvring loads of up to 3 tonnes.
• Strong awareness of health, safety and emergency procedures in busy yard environments.
• A professional attitude, reliability, and ability to work set shift patterns.
Desirable attributes:
• Previous experience in handling and manoeuvring fragile items.
• Knowledge of HSE guidelines and standard warehouse / yard risk.
• Confident and effective communication with site teams and supervisors.
Apply with your CV now to submit your interest or contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today:
• WhatsApp: 07742 071733
• Tel: 0331 630 6557
• Email: j.henderson@nw-recruit.co.uk (CV and FLT Licences by email)