FLT Driver – Goods In & Dispatch
Join a Leading Metal Stockholding Company with Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment
Are you an experienced FLT Driver with a strong background in Goods In and Dispatch operations? Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is working with a highly reputable, well-established UK metal stockholding client, and were hiring for a key role within their warehouse team.
This is more than just a warehouse job — it’s an opportunity to join a business committed to long-term career development and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
As a Forklift Truck Driver – Goods In & Dispatch, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth, safe, and accurate flow of inventory across the site:
* Efficiently manage Goods In and Goods Out processes
* Operate FLT trucks (Reach and/or Counterbalance B1) to load, unload, and relocate stock
* Accurately receive, locate, and organise materials within the warehouse
* Stamp metal billets with precision and attention to detail
* Support Dispatch operations, ensuring customer orders are picked, packed, and prepared correctly
* Split workload: approx. 60% manual packing, 40% FLT operation
* Collaborate with warehouse and dispatch teams to uphold operational KPIs and safety standards
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a dependable and process-focused professional with the following qualities:
* Valid FLT license (Reach and/or Counterbalance B1)
* Previous experience in a Goods In/Dispatch or warehouse stock control environment
* Competence with order picking systems and basic IT/scanning tools
* Strong attention to detail when handling deliveries and processing outbound goods
* Proven reliability and commitment to long-term employment (we value career-minded individuals)
* A proactive, hands-on attitude and an eagerness to contribute to a high-performing team
Working Hours & Pay
* Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts – Early Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm, Mid Shift: 9:30am – 6:00pm
* Pay Rate: Starting from £13.27 per hour
* Overtime Rates: Weekdays – x1.5, Saturdays – x2, Sundays & Bank Holidays – Double Time
Why Apply?
* Join a respected UK leader in metal stockholding
* Enjoy long-term job security and progression opportunities
* Be part of a performance-led team where precision, safety, and dispatch accuracy matter
* Work in a positive, stable environment that values your contribution
Ready to take the next step as an Forklift Truck Driver – Goods In & Dispatch?
Apply now, and a member of the Thorn Baker team will be in touch shortly!
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