FLT Forklift Driver

FLT Forklift Driver
- Van Driver
- Wishaw
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced  FLT Forklift Driver / Van Driver  to join our well-established client based in  Wishaw.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering an immediate start, Monday to Friday working and weekly pay within a busy warehouse and distribution environment.
The role will be mainly FLT based, however candidates must also be comfortable carrying out van driving duties when required.
This would suit applicants who have worked as an  FLT Driver, Counterbalance Driver, Reach Truck Driver, Warehouse Operative, Van Driver or Distribution Operative.
Rates of Pay:
Days - £14.50 per hour
Nights - £15.50 per hour
Weekly pay every Friday
Shift Pattern:
Monday to Friday
04:00 start
Finish around 13:00 approximately
Minimum of 2 weeks' work
Immediate start available
Candidates must be able to reliably travel to the Wishaw site for a 04:00 start
Benefits:
Your benefits as an FLT / Van Driver are:
Immediate starts available
Monday to Friday working
Minimum 2-week assignment
Regular working hours
Weekly pay
Overtime rates available
Free on-site parking
Site facilities available
Opportunity to work with a well-established business
Paid induction and site training provided
Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
Opportunity to gain further warehouse and logistics experience
Potential for further work depending on client requirements and performance
Day-to-Day Duties:
As an FLT / Van Driver, your duties will include but not be limited to:
Operating Counterbalance Forklift Trucks safely
Loading and unloading vehicles
Moving stock safely throughout the warehouse
Picking and preparing goods for dispatch
Putting stock away into the correct warehouse locations
Moving pallets and materials around site
Carrying out general warehouse duties when required
Carrying out van driving duties when required
Completing local deliveries and collections
Loading and unloading the van safely
Checking goods against paperwork before leaving site
Completing delivery paperwork accurately
Carrying out basic vehicle checks before use
Reporting any vehicle, FLT or equipment defects promptly
Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working area
Following all site Health & Safety procedures
Supporting the wider warehouse and distribution team where required
Essential

Skills:

To be successful as an FLT / Van Driver, you will need:
A valid RTITB Counterbalance FLT licence
Previous Counterbalance Forklift experience
Previous warehouse or distribution experience
A valid UK Category B Driving Licence
Have held your driving licence for a minimum of 2 years
No more than 6 penalty points for minor offences only
No IN, DR, DD or CD endorsements will be accepted
Be comfortable carrying out van driving duties when required
Be confident operating FLT equipment within a busy warehouse environment
Good awareness of Health & Safety procedures
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Reliable, punctual and professional
Able to follow instructions and site procedures
Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual handling duties
Able to commit to Monday to Friday working
Able to reliably travel to Wishaw for a 04:00 start
Available to start immediately
Desirable

Experience:

Previous experience working within a busy warehouse or distribution centre
Previous experience as an FLT Driver, Warehouse Operative or Van Driver
Previous experience operating both Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Trucks.
Previous commercial van driving experience
Previous local delivery or collection experience
Previous experience loading and unloading vehicles
Training Provided:
Training provided for an FLT / Van Driver:
Site-specific Health & Safety training
Familiarisation with warehouse processes and procedures
Training on site-specific equipment and systems
Registration and compliance completed through People Solutions prior to starting
Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
Apply:  If you are an experienced FLT Driver with a valid RTITB Counterbalance licence, a full UK driving licence and can work Monday to Friday from 04:00, apply today.
Candidates must be available to start immediately and able to commit to the full assignment.
A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.