Van and Counterbalance Driver
9 hours ago
Leicester
Van Driver & Counterbalance FLT Driver - Coalville, East Midlands People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Van Driver & Counterbalance FLT Driver to join our well-established client based in Coalville, East Midlands. This role would suit applicants who have previously worked as a Delivery Driver, FLT Operator or Counterbalance Truck Driver Rates of Pay: • £14.25 per hour Shift Pattern: • Monday to Friday, • 06:00 - 15:00, • Temp-to-perm opportunity Benefits: Your benefits as a Van Driver & Counterbalance FLT Driver are: • Excellent hourly rates, • Temp-to-perm opportunity, • Ongoing work, • Weekly pay, • Training provided, • Immediate starts available Day-to-Day Duties: Your duties as a Van Driver & Counterbalance FLT Driver are: • Safely operating and driving a van for deliveries, • Operating a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently, • Carrying out daily pre-shift and post-shift vehicle checks, • Completing forklift safety checks before use, • Ensuring all loads are secured correctly before transportation, • Loading and unloading vehicles using the counterbalance FLT where required, • Moving and organising stock safely within the warehouse/yard, • Adhering to all road traffic laws, site safety procedures and transport regulations, • Communicating effectively with transport teams, warehouse staff and customers, • Reporting vehicle or forklift defects and maintenance issues promptly, • Supporting loading and unloading duties where required, • Heavy lifting may be involved depending on deliveries Essential Skills: To be successful as a Van Driver & Counterbalance FLT Driver, you will need: • A valid UK Category B driving licence, • A minimum of 12 months' driving experience, • Counterbalance FLT Licence that is RTITB or ITSSAR accredited, • No more than six penalty points for minor infringements, • No major endorsement codes, • A good level of spoken and written English, • Excellent timekeeping and reliability, • A good understanding of road traffic laws and driver regulations, • Strong communication skills, • Physical fitness due to the nature of the role, • Ability to operate a forklift safely and follow site safety procedures, • Previous commercial driving experience, • Multi-drop delivery experience, • Previous warehouse or yard experience, • Experience operating a counterbalance forklift, • Experience loading and unloading goods Training: • Industry-related training provided, • Ongoing support and development throughout your assignment Apply: If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Van Driver & Counterbalance FLT Driver, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch. People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process JBRP1_UKTJ