FLT Reach & Counterbalance Driver - Irlam

£14.00 per hour for the first 12 weeks, rising to £15.00 per hour Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (37.5 hours per week)

My client, a well‑established distribution company based in Irlam, is seeking a high‑calibre FLT Reach & Counterbalance Driver to join their warehouse team. This is a long‑term opportunity with a pay increase after 12 weeks.

Role Overview

• 10-20% FLT work (Reach & Counterbalance)

   

• 80-90% warehouse duties including order picking, packing, loading and unloading

   

• Heavy lifting involved

   

• Meet & greet assessment on Day 1

   

• 30‑minute unpaid lunch break each day

   

Key Responsibilities

• FLT operation - safe and efficient use of Reach & Counterbalance trucks

   

• Order picking and packing

   

• General warehouse duties including goods in/out

   

• Manual handling and heavy lifting

   

• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

   

Requirements

• Valid FLT Reach and Counterbalance licences

   

• Previous warehouse experience

   

• Ability to lift heavy items safely

   

• Reliable, hardworking, and able to meet performance expectations

   

Additional Information

• Only suitable applicants will be contacted

   

• Pay increases from £14.00 to £15.00 per hour after 12 weeks

   

• Full‑time, ongoing work with a reputable distribution company