Counterbalance Driver - Northampton

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Northampton is looking for an FLT Counterbalance Driver for a full-time position with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. The role involves ensuring accurate loading of deliveries, managing paperwork, and adhering to health and safety procedures. Ideal candidates should have a valid B1 FLT licence and at least one year of experience in a warehouse or logistics environment. The role offers a pay rate of £16.21 per hour with ongoing temp contracts available.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid B1 FLT licence.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a warehouse/logistics facility.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Experience with manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and safe loading of deliveries.
• Check and confirm load completion.
• Complete documentation for picking and packing.
• Report health and safety issues.
• Use manual handling equipment as trained.

Skills

English fluency

Effective Team Worker

Numerate

IT Literate

Flexibility

Physical fitness

Education

B1 FLT licence (valid)

Tools

3.5 tonne Double pallet handlers

Job description

We are recruiting for FLT Counterbalance Driver in Northampton to be working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern for our well established warehouse logistics client.

Site Location

Northampton

NN1

Shift Pattern

Rota is 4 on 4 off

2 Days & 2 Nights

Days - 5:45am - 1745pm

Nights 17:45pm - 5:45am

Pay Rate

£16.21ph (PAYE)

Contract

Temp ongoing - full-time hours!

Please note - site will carry out an induction and D&A test as part of process for job role.

Duties

• Playing a team role in ensuring the accurate and safe loading of deliveries to customers products
• Checking and confirming loads and unloading is complete and accurate
• Communicate any discrepancy when it occurs, and report any potential service failures once identified
• Completing all appropriate documentation, picking and packing routines as required
• Use manual handling equipment as required and trained for
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the position as designated by the line manager
• Ensure that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of you and other persons and to comply with the policies and procedures relating to health and safety, within the Company
• Reporting of damage to both property and equipment, escalating as required to ensure resolution

Requirements

• Flexible in approach to work and tasks undertaken
• A good level of English fluency is essential - you will be able to speak, read and write
• Effective Team Worker , Numerate and I.T Literate
• Ability to work to detailed instructions and in a busy environment
• Flexible with regards to shift patterns and working hours
• Must have appropriate B1 FLT licence - valid in date!
• Must have minimum 1 years experience in a Warehouse/logistics facility!
• Experience of 3.5 tonne Double pallet handlers is desirable
• Some manual handling is required
• Must be physically fit

If interested and available to start immediately, please APPLY now!

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