FLT Driver / Yard Person

Manpower; Castleford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Yard Person with a valid Counterbalance FLT Licence to join a client's team in Castleford. This long-term role involves loading and unloading pallets, maintaining yard organisation, and operating a forklift. Candidates should have previous experience and a strong work ethic. The position offers consistent hours and an opportunity for permanent employment, with a competitive pay rate of £12.95 per hour on days and £16.92 on nights.

Benefits

Free On-Site Parking

Complimentary Tea & Coffee

Supportive and Friendly Team Environment

Long-Term Work with Consistent Hours

Opportunity for a Permanent Role

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence.
• Previous experience as a Yard Person or Shunter.
• Ability to pass an on-site interview and FLT driving assessment.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently load/unload pallets from trucks.
• Maintain yard organisation and assist with shunting vehicles.
• Support general warehouse operations and ensure smooth running.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift to move stock.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Yard organisation

Reliability

Tools

Counterbalance FLT

Job description

Yard Person with FLT Licence and Driving Licence
Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10
Contract Type: Long-Term Ongoing (Temp to Perm)
Manpower is currently recruiting for numbers of an experienced Yard Person / Counterbalance FLT Drivers (ideally double handler) to join our client's team in Castleford, West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for stable, long-term work.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading & Unloading (60%): Safely and efficiently load/unload pallets from trucks.
• Yard & Shunting Duties: Maintain yard organisation and assist with shunting vehicles or trailers as required.
• Manual Handling & Warehouse Work: Support general warehouse operations and ensure smooth day-to-day running.
• Stock Movement: Operate a counterbalance forklift to move stock within the yard and warehouse.

Shift Pattern

• 4 on / 4 off
• Hours on days: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Hours on nights: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• Overtime: Available on additional shifts, with higher pay after 45 hours per week

Pay Rate

• £12.95 per hour on days
• £16.92 per hour on nights

What We Offer

• Free On-Site Parking
• Complimentary Tea & Coffee
• Supportive and Friendly Team Environment
• Long-Term Work with Consistent Hours
• Opportunity for a Permanent Role

We have 6 x positions on days and 5 x positions on nights

Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence
• Previous experience as a Yard Person or Shunter
• Ability to pass an on-site interview and FLT driving assessment
• Reliability and a strong work ethic

Apply Now

Send your CV and cover letter to:
For more information, call: 0113 243 8871