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Yard FLT Driver (YardFLTWF5)

Overview

Reference
YardFLTWF5

Salary
£13.69 - £13.69/hour

Job Location
United Kingdom -England -Yorkshire and the Humber -West Yorkshire -Wakefield

Job Type
Temporary

Posted
10 July 2026

Closing date
17 Jul 2026 22:59


Yard FLT Counterbalance Driver
Ossett, Wakefield WF5
£13.69 per hour

Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (core hours)

 

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.


Contact information

Callum Smith