Job Description:

FLT Driver

Rochester, Kent

£13.80 per hour | Overtime at Time + 25% | 45 Hours Per Week | Permanent

Major Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing business within the food and agricultural sector to recruit an experienced FLT Driver for their busy operations team based in Rochester, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and safety-conscious Forklift Driver to join a successful business and play an important role in the smooth running of their packhouse, warehouse and storage operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of stock, packaging materials and finished products, while supporting production teams and ensuring day-to-day operations run efficiently.

The Role:

As an FLT Driver, you will be responsible for the safe movement and handling of stock and materials throughout the site.

Duties will include:

• Operating forklift trucks safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Moving stock, pallets and materials throughout the warehouse, packhouse and storage areas
• Supporting production teams by ensuring materials are available when required
• Carrying out daily forklift checks and reporting any faults or defects
• Ensuring stock is stored correctly and safely
• Maintaining accurate records and following stock control procedures
• Adhering to all health and safety, food safety and company policies
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Assisting with general warehouse and operational duties as required

Working Hours:

• 45 hours per week, across 5 working days
• 5 days worked across 7 days on a rota basis
• Weekend working will be required
• Flexibility required between 07:00 and 00:00 in peak period
• Typical working hours are approximately 07:00 - 17:00/19:00
• Overtime available after 45 hours

Salary & Benefits:

Pay:

• Starting rate of £13.80 per hour
• Overtime paid at Time + 25% after 45 hours (£17.25ph)
• 45 hours per week
• Permanent employment opportunity
• Long-term and stable position

Benefits:

• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Career development opportunities within a growing business
• Employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a busy food production and agricultural operation

Requirements:

Essential

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence
• Must be able to provide evidence of your FLT licence at interview
• Previous forklift driving experience
• Experience within a warehouse, manufacturing, agricultural or food production environment
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach to working hours, particularly during busy periods

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced FLT Driver to secure a permanent position with a growing and well-established business in Rochester.

To apply or find out more, please upload your updated CV, if you have been successful you will hear back within 1 working day.

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