Search Consultancy LTD

FLT Driver - Reach and Counterbalance

Sunderland SR5 3NS

Key information

Pay
£14.35 to £14.36 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
22 Oct 2026
Closing date
29 Oct 2026

About this role

FLT Driver - Reach & Counterbalance

Location

Sunderland

Pay

£14.36 per hour

Hours

10:00am - 6:00pm

Working Days

Monday to Friday

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and reliable FLT Driver to join a well-established manufacturing and distribution business in Sunderland.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating both Counterbalance and Reach forklift trucks safely and efficiently, supporting warehouse operations and ensuring materials and products are moved accurately and on time.

*RTITB or ITSSAR License is essential

Key Responsibilities

* Safely operate Counterbalance and Reach forklift trucks.

* Load and unload vehicles and deliveries.

* Move, stack and store pallets, materials and finished products.

* Supply materials to relevant areas of the operation as required.

* Assist with general warehouse duties and stock movements.

* Follow all health and safety procedures and site regulations.

* Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Requirements

* Valid Counterbalance and Reach Truck forklift certificates.

* Forklift certificates must be accredited by ITSSAR or RTITB.

* Previous FLT driving experience is essential.

* Good understanding of warehouse health and safety procedures.

* Reliable, punctual and able to work independently and as part of a team.

* A flexible and positive approach to work.

What We Offer

* £14.36 per hour

* Monday to Friday working pattern.

*

Fixed working hours of 10

00am-6:00pm.

* Full-time employment opportunity.

* Opportunity to work within a professional manufacturing and distribution environment.

How to Apply

If you hold valid ITSSAR or RTITB-accredited Counterbalance and Reach Truck certificates and have the relevant experience, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your CV through Indeed to be considered for this opportunity.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age