FLT Reach Truck Driver

FLT Reach & Counterbalance Driver - Irlam £14.00 per hour for the first 12 weeks, rising to £15.00 per hour Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (37.5 hours per week) My client, a well‑established distribution company based in Irlam,…

Manufacturing
Pay rate £15/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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FLT Reach & Counterbalance Driver - Irlam

£14.00 per hour for the first 12 weeks, rising to £15.00 per hour Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (37.5 hours per week)

My client, a well‑established distribution company based in Irlam, is seeking a high‑calibre FLT Reach & Counterbalance Driver to join their warehouse team. This is a long‑term opportunity with a pay increase after 12 weeks.

Role Overview

10-20% FLT work (Reach & Counterbalance)

80-90% warehouse duties including order picking, packing, loading and unloading

Heavy lifting involved

Meet & greet assessment on Day 1

30‑minute unpaid lunch break each day

Key Responsibilities

FLT operation - safe and efficient use of Reach & Counterbalance trucks

Order picking and packing

General warehouse duties including goods in/out

Manual handling and heavy lifting

Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Requirements

Valid FLT Reach and Counterbalance licences

Previous warehouse experience

Ability to lift heavy items safely

Reliable, hardworking, and able to meet performance expectations

Additional Information

Only suitable applicants will be contacted

Pay increases from £14.00 to £15.00 per hour after 12 weeks

Full‑time, ongoing work with a reputable distribution company

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