FLT Counterbalance Driver
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Location: Bardon Hill, Coalville | Job type: Temp to Perm | Hours: Rotating 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00, Monday–Friday
Pay: £13.41 per hour + £1.43 per hour attendance bonus (£14.84 total)
About the Role
Join a busy manufacturing and distribution operation in Bardon Hill. This reliable, long-term temp-to-perm opportunity offers career prospects with an established and growing business.
Training: Initial training is on 06:00–14:00 before moving to the rotating shift pattern.
Main Duties FLT Counterbalance Driver
- Operate a Counterbalance FLT safely in a fast-paced production environment.
- Load/unload HGVs and move pallets and materials across site.
- Feed production lines and support warehouse and production teams.
- Complete routine FLT checks, report issues and maintain high safety standards.
Requirements
- Valid Counterbalance FLT licence and recent driving experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or production setting.
- Double-fork and HGV loading/unloading experience are desirable.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic and ability to work safely under pressure.
- Flexibility to work both morning and afternoon shifts.
Pay & Benefits
- £13.41 basic + £1.43 attendance bonus = £14.84 per hour; 37.5 paid hours per week (£53.63 weekly attendance bonus).
- Permanent opportunity after a successful 12-week period.
- Overtime subject to business needs: Saturday 1.5x; Sunday 1.75x.
- Full training and induction, canteen, vending machines, lockers and free parking.
- Long-term career progression opportunities. xgikmsk
Apply Today for FLT Counterbalance Driver
Experienced FLT Counterbalance Drivers seeking a long-term opportunity are encouraged to apply online or contact Linkster Recruitment on (phone number removed).
Linkster Recruitment Specialists, based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, provide temporary, contract and permanent recruitment across engineering, warehousing, manufacturing, supply chain and clerical sectors throughout the East and West Midlands...
Flt Counterbalance Driver in Coalville employer: Linkster Recruitment
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