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FLT Counterbalance Driver

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Jun 30, 2026

Salary
£13 – £14/hr
Location
Pontefract, England, GB
Workplace
Onsite
Type
Full-time
Department
Transportation
Source
BetterTeam

Description

Job Description:
FLT Double Handler Driver – FMCG Drinks Production
Location: Pontefract (WF8 2 Area)
Pay Rate: From £14.44 per hour
Shifts: 7:00am–7:00pm / 7:00pm–7:00am
Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Shift Pattern:
This role operates on a rotating 3 on / 3 off shift pattern:
  • 3-day shifts – 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
  • 3 days off
  • 3 night shifts – 7:00 pm to 7:00 am
  • 3 days off
This cycle then repeats.

About the Role:
We are currently recruiting experienced FLT Double Handler Drivers to join a busy FMCG drinks production site in Pontefract.
This is primarily a forklift-based role, supporting warehouse and production operations within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operating Double Handler FLTs safely and efficiently.
  • Loading and unloading vehicles.
  • Transporting stock throughout the warehouse and production areas.
  • Supplying production lines with materials.
  • Stacking and storing finished goods.
  • Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations.
  • Completing daily FLT safety checks.
  • Following all site health & safety procedures.

Requirements:
  • Valid and in-date FLT Counterbalance.
  • RTITB or ITSSAR-accredited licence required.
  • Previous warehouse or FMCG experience preferred.
  • Good understanding of health & safety procedures.
  • Reliable, flexible, and able to commit to rotating day/night shifts.

Site Information:
  • Non-smoking site – no smoking or vaping permitted.
  • Allergen-free environment.
  • Warm working conditions.
  • Strict hygiene standards apply.
  • No jewellery.
  • No false nails or eyelashes.
    • Safety boots and hi-vis required.2
  • Additional PPE provided on site

Benefits
  • Paid breaks
  • Full-time consistent hours
  • Weekly pay
  • Immediate starts available
  • On-site parking
  • Retail and supermarket discounts
  • Access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support
  • On-site staff shop with heavily discounted products

Apply today, and a member of our recruitment team will contact you shortly.

Skills

Forklift

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