FLT Driver

Job Title: FLT Driver
Location: Derby, Chaddesden
Pay Rate: £12.00 – £13.30
Shift: Day Shift
Type: Temporary Position

We are looking to hire two specialised drivers to support key functions at a distribution centre in Chaddesden: a Counterbalance Driver for dispatch and goods-in areas and a Reach Truck Driver for stock allocation and racking. If a candidate holds both licences, this would be an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

Counterbalance Driver:

• Primarily responsible for handling incoming and outgoing goods in the dispatch and goods-in departments.
• Safely load and unload items from lorries, ensuring secure and efficient handling of all items.
• Conduct regular inspections of goods for quality control before dispatch.
• Maintain an organised work area, clearing waste and ensuring clear walkways.
• Manual handling and any other warehouse duties involve.

Reach Truck Driver:

• Responsible for stock allocation and organization within the warehouse, with a focus on safely storing items on high racking levels.
• Support stock rotation to optimise space and streamline picking and packing processes.
• Label, organise, and store inventory for easy retrieval and efficient use of warehouse space.
• Conduct periodic checks on stored items to ensure inventory accuracy and safety.

• Manual handling and any other warehouse duties involve.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Valid certification for counterbalance or reach truck operation (both preferred but not required).
• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Strong focus on quality control, safety protocols, and efficient inventory management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Access to dependable transport options to reach the site.

About the Client:

Our client is a respected distributor with a state-of-the-art facility that includes amenities like a canteen, free parking, and locker areas. They’re looking for dedicated individuals who can support both temporary and potentially long-term operations within their team.

Next Steps:

Apply for the Warehouse Operative role through this advert. For more information, please contact our Industrial team at (phone number removed). If successful, you'll need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven’t already). If you don’t hear back within seven days, please assume your application was unsuccessful, though we’ll retain your application for future opportunities.

About Regional Recruitment Services – A Recruitment Agency in [Location of Work, e.g., Leicester]
This position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency operating since 2008. We offer roles across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, and Engineering sectors. For more information, visit our website at (url removed).