Yard/FLT Driver

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