Are you a Team Leader OR are you an ambitious FLT Driver ready to take the next step in their career? Are you a positive and motivated communicator who strives in meeting and exceeding targets?
We are looking for an FLT Team Leader!
At our Production site based in Isleham, Cambridgeshire we are looking for a diligent, self‑motivated team player who can exceed in their duties to help us retain our position as a leading conventional roots supplier in the UK.
You will join us on a fulltime permanent contract.
You main working pattern will be a panama shift pattern working 05:30 to 17:30.
Responsibility
The Job Role
Reporting directly to the Logistics Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that we meet quality standards and complete all customers orders on time.
The responsibilities of the role include:
- Act as the on‑site MHE Instructor, delivering MHE and job‑specific training to all operators.
- Maintain and manage training matrixes, coordinating all training activities across site.
- Supervise drivers and provide support in resolving daily operational challenges.
- Conduct incident investigations and proactively identify and implement safety improvements.
- Support recruitment activities, onboarding processes, and probation reviews.
- Carry out new driver assessments and provide ongoing mentoring and coaching.
- Provide cover for other roles within the team as required.
What we are looking for
Valid FLT licence (shunter + PPT licence also preferable – training can be provided)
At least 2 years of proven experience operating FLT’s, with knowledge of safe operating practices.
Confident in delivering practical and classroom‑based training, with ability to mentor new and existing operators and assess competency levels.
Clear and effective communicator, able to engage with team members at all levels and provide constructive feedback.
Basic IT skills, including the ability to manage training matrixes, reports, and operational systems.
What we can offer you
£16.71 per hour
Hours worked past 18:00pm will receive a 15% hourly rate bonus!
A monthly paid site performance bonus!
Overtime at an enhanced rate (when available)
Refer a family member or friend to join the team and receive £250!
A safe and friendly working environment
Cycle to work scheme.
Life insurance of 2 x your salary
Medicash Health Cash plan for you and your family
Health and financial advice through an employee assistance programme (24/7 GP and counselling assistance!)
Long service awards
Be part of a fast‑growing farming and food business with strong environmental and social values
Work independently, but with support from our teams, gaining responsibilities fast.
Equal opportunities
Burgess Farms is an equal opportunities employer, which means we’ll consider all suitability qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic.
FLT Team Leader in Sutton Bridge employer: Burgessfarms
Burgess Farms is an exceptional employer located in the picturesque Isleham, Cambridgeshire, offering a supportive and friendly work environment for Multi-Skilled Engineers. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive training opportunities, competitive benefits including enhanced overtime rates, performance bonuses, and a health cash plan, all while promoting strong environmental and social values within a fast-growing farming and food business. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
