Flt Driver

KPI Recruiting are on the look out for a Counterbalance FLT Driver to join our client's busy recycling and waste management facility.

If you are an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable, hands-on role with a fast-growing agency, this is a fantastic long-term career opportunity.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

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Material Movement

Safely and efficiently operate a Counterbalance FLT to move pallets, skips, cages, and compressed bales of recyclable materials.

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Loading & Unloading

Load and unload incoming waste shipments, curtain-siders, flatbeds, or shipping containers safely.

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Production Line Support

Keep processing lines, balers, and feed hoppers continuously supplied with inventory to avoid downtime.

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Pre-Shift Checks

Complete daily FLT safety inspections, log hours, and immediately report any mechanical faults or damages.

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Yard Housekeeping

Stack processed materials safely within site height restrictions and ensure vehicle traffic lanes remain completely clear.

What We Are Looking For

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Licence

A valid, accredited external Counterbalance FLT licence (e.g.,

RTITB, ITSSAR, NPORS, or AITT).

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Experience

Proven experience operating a forklift within a fast-paced environment (recycling, waste management, or heavy industrial settings preferred).

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Safety First Mindset

Strict adherence to site traffic management plans, pedestrian segregation rules, and PPE requirements.

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Reliability

Excellent timekeeping, a hard-working approach, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

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Physical Fitness

Comfortable undertaking manual handling and general yard duties alongside forklift operations.

This is ongoing work.

Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

PPE Will be needed

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Team Assistance

Step off the truck to assist with general yard housekeeping, manual sorting, or securing loads when required