FLT Driver - Billingham

Job Description: FLT Operative

Company: Westray Recruitment

Location: Billingham

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

Pay Rates

£14.38 per hour for rotating shifts

£14.84 per hour for continental shifts

Overtime currently available, paid at time and one-third

About the Role

Westray Recruitment is recruiting experienced FLT Operatives to join a busy warehouse and logistics operation in Billingham.

These temporary-to-permanent opportunities require candidates with a valid, externally accredited Counterbalance FLT licence. Successful candidates will support warehouse operations through the safe movement of stock, loading and unloading, pallet handling, order preparation and general operational duties.

Depending on the department and shift pattern, the work may range from straightforward FLT and handheld-scanner duties to more physically demanding tasks involving manual handling and the operation of specialist machinery.

The employer places considerable importance on training, experience, safety and staff retention. All applicants will attend a meet-and-greet interview before starting, and full, honest CVs are required.

Shift Patterns

Two shift options are available:

Option 1: Weekly Rotating Shifts

Monday to Friday, rotating weekly:

06:00 to 14:00

14:00 to 22:00

Pay rate: £14.38 per hour

This area of the operation involves heavier manual work and the use of specialist machinery. New starters will learn the machinery, processes and warehouse layout before progressing to regular FLT duties. The environment can be congested, so strong safety awareness is essential.

Option 2: Continental Shift Pattern

06:00 to 18:00

Continental shift pattern, including weekend working

Pay rate: £14.84 per hour

This area primarily involves operating a Counterbalance FLT, using handheld scanners and carrying out general pallet-handling duties.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

Operating a Counterbalance FLT safely and efficiently

Loading and unloading vehicles and containers

Moving, stacking and storing pallets within the warehouse

Using handheld scanners to record stock movements

Supporting goods-in and goods-out operations

Checking stock and reporting discrepancies

Preparing goods and pallets for dispatch

Completing general palletising duties

Learning and operating specialist machinery where required

Carrying out manual handling and general warehouse duties

Working safely within busy and potentially congested areas

Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workplace

Following all site procedures and health and safety requirements

Supporting the wider warehouse operation when required

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

A valid and in-date Counterbalance FLT licence

An externally accredited qualification issued by RTITB, ITSSAR or NPORS

Previous FLT and warehouse experience

Experience working safely in a busy operational environment

Good attention to detail

A reliable and responsible approach to work

A willingness to complete manual handling and general warehouse duties

The ability to work effectively as part of a team

A full and honest CV outlining their employment history

Please note that in-house or expired FLT licences cannot be accepted for these positions.

A driving licence would be advantageous.

PPE Requirements

Operatives will be required to wear approved PPE, including:

Safety boots

Orange high-visibility clothing

Bump cap

What’s on Offer

Temporary-to-permanent employment

Competitive hourly pay

Overtime currently available at time and one-third

Structured training and site induction

Long-term opportunities for dependable candidates

A supportive working environment

Monthly pay on the 27th once permanently employed

Once permanent, benefits include:

7% pension

Salary-sacrifice options

Annual performance-related bonus

Cycle-to-work scheme

How to Apply

To apply for this FLT Operative position, please submit your full CV to (url removed) or contact Westray Recruitment on (phone number removed), option 1, for further information