Posted: 18 June
The role
Yard FLT Counterbalance Driver
Ossett
£13.69 per hour
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Yard FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a well-established food manufacturing business based in Ossett.
Working as part of the Yard Team, you'll play a key role in keeping site operations running smoothly. This position involves operating a Counterbalance FLT, moving stock and materials around the yard, loading and unloading vehicles, and supporting general yard activities. As the role is predominantly yard-based, candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (core hours)
Flexibility required to provide holiday cover across other shift patterns, including nights and rotating shifts
Candidates must be willing to support both day and night shifts when required
Key Responsibilities:
Safe operation of a Counterbalance FLT
Loading and unloading deliveries
Moving stock, pallets and materials around the yard
Supporting general yard and site duties
Carrying out manual handling tasks where required
Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
Working effectively as part of the Yard Team
Requirements:
Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence (essential)
Previous Counterbalance FLT experience preferred
Comfortable working outdoors throughout the year
Ability to lift up to 25kg
Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
Reliable, flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to provide cover across alternative shift patterns when required
Pay Rate:
£13.69 per hour
This is a great opportunity to secure a long-term role with a successful and growing manufacturer, offering a varied position within a busy yard operation.
Aqumen Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
