FLT​/Warehouse Operative

Position: FLT / Warehouse Operative
Warehouse Operative / FLT Counterbalance

Location:

Wakefield

Pay rate:
£14.25 per hour

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 6am to 3:30pm OR 6:30am to 4pm

An excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a well-established warehouse on the day shift.

This is a hands-on role involving both FLT driving and manual warehouse work.

Key Responsibilities:

Operating Counterbalance FLT
Picking, moving and stacking stock
Loading and unloading trailers
Heavy manual handling
Supporting overall warehouse operations
Working to deadlines

Requirements:

Valid Counterbalance FLT licence

Previous warehouse experience
Able to work nights and meet physical demands
Reliable and safety-focused
Bonuses when offered a permanent contract.

PPE

Required:

High viz
Safety boots

Skills:

Practical / On-Site Skills

Accurate picking using pick lists
Basic inventory awareness

Housekeeping and maintaining a safe work area
Following SOPs and site procedures
Using RF scanners (if applicable — optional)
Teamwork within a fast-paced environment
Reliability and good timekeeping
Strong work ethic
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility across warehouse tasks
Positive attitude

Qualifications:

Valid FLT Counterbalance License