FLT Drivers (Counterbalance & Reach Truck)
Job Title: FLT Drivers (Counterbalance & Reach Truck) Location: Rittal-CSM Ltd, Plymouth, Devon Salary: £13.21 to £14.77 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience) 2nd and 3rd shift have an uplift of 25% (2nd) and 33% (3rd) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Shift Patterns 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 07:00–15:00 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, […]
Full Time
£13.21 to £14.77 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience)
Job Title: FLT Drivers (Counterbalance & Reach Truck)
Salary: £13.21 to £14.77 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience) 2nd and 3rd shift have an uplift of 25% (2nd) and 33% (3rd)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Shift Patterns
- 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 07:00–15:00
- 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 15:00–23:00
- 3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 23:00–07:00
Are you ready to take your career to the next level?
At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and excellence. Our clients include some of the world’s leading technology company’s major players in software, hardware, and cloud computing.
About Us
We specialise in enclosures, climate control systems, power distribution, and IT infrastructure for industrial and IT applications. Our success is built on a diverse and talented workforce.
The Opportunity
We are currently looking for skilled and safety focused FLT Drivers to join our team across all shift’s patterns. If you’re experienced in operating counterbalance or reach trucks and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
As an FLT Driver, you will:
- Operate counterbalance and/or reach trucks safely and efficiently
- Load and unload vehicles, racking, stillages, and production areas
- Transport materials between storage locations and production departments
- Supply machine centres and production lines with required materials
- Safely store and retrieve stock from warehouse racking
- Accurately record stock movements using scanners and warehouse systems
- Maintain high housekeeping and health & safety standards
- Support the wider warehouse and production teams as required
Qualifications & Experience
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. To succeed, you’ll bring:
- Valid and in-date Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck FLT Licence
- Strong commitment to working safely
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Previous FLT experience within a warehouse or manufacturing environment
- Recent FLT refresher training
- Experience within a sheet metal manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
- IOSH qualification or equivalent Health & Safety training
What We Value
- Teamwork: Collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
- Training: Commitment to continuous learning and development.
- Communication: Clear and confident communication at all levels.
- Recognition: Respect for diverse perspectives and contributions.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary and shift premiums
- Company-wide bonus scheme linked to attendance, productivity, and quality
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Life assurance at 3x annual salary
- Matched pension contributions up to 5%
- Westfield Health cashback plan
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Rewards Package
- A companywide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality
- 33 days annual leave (including
- Life insurance 3 x your salary
- Pension contributions matched to 5%
- Access to our Westfield Health provision
- Access to our Smart Spending platform
Rittal-CSM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Please Note: As part of our commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety of our employees, all prospective employees will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a sanction list check. These checks are essential to ensure that all candidates meet our stringent safety and compliance standards.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK
FLT Drivers (Counterbalance & Reach Truck) in Plymouth employer: Rittal Limited
Rittal-CSM Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Plymouth, offering a dynamic work environment where team leaders can thrive. With a strong focus on employee development and continuous improvement, we provide comprehensive training and growth opportunities, alongside competitive pay and shift premiums. Our commitment to safety and quality ensures that you will be part of a supportive culture that values your contributions and fosters teamwork.
