Location: Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne
Pay: £14.57 per hour (approximately £28,411 per year)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent from day one
Shift pattern: Rotating days, twilights and nights
Essential: Valid Counterbalance FLT licence and full UK driving licence
What’s in It for You
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position from your very first day with a respected, award-winning North East business.
Based at the company’s established production site in Benton, you will join a growing organisation that provides services to major household brands and businesses across the UK. Continued investment and expansion offer genuine long-term job security within a supportive and successful team.
The package includes:
A permanent employment contract from day one
£28,411 per year, based on 37.5 hours per week
One 30-minute paid break per shift
Guaranteed 37-hour working week
A structured three-shift rotation:Days: 7:00am–3:00pm
Twilights: 3:00pm–11:00pm
Nights: 11:00pm–7:00am
A stable shift pattern with regular time away from work
Long-term career prospects with a growing North East employer
The opportunity to work with a welcoming and experienced team
Standard company pensions
28 Days holiday
Uniform provided
Free onsite parking
The Business
Would you like to build a long-term career with an established, award-winning company that is a regional leader in its field
With more than 40 years of industry experience, our client has developed an excellent reputation for quality, innovation and service. The business continues to grow and has invested in new technologies designed to improve efficiency and reduce its environmental impact.
Working at the Benton site, you will become part of a committed team that delivers consistently high standards within a busy, fast-paced production environment.
The Role
As a Counterbalance FLT Driver, you will play an important part in keeping materials and finished goods moving safely and efficiently throughout the site.
Your responsibilities will include:
Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently
Moving, positioning and organising goods throughout the factory
Loading and unloading vehicles in the yard
Ensuring materials are delivered to the correct production and storage areas
Completing all relevant paperwork accurately and in accordance with company procedures
Following site processes, safe working practices and current health and safety policies
Undertaking manual handling duties, including the movement of heavy goods
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the working area
Supporting general factory and yard duties when required
Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production and operational targets
About You
We are looking for an experienced and dependable FLT Driver who takes pride in working safely and contributing to a successful team.
To be considered, you must have:
A valid Counterbalance FLT licence
Previous experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck in a warehouse, factory or production environment
A valid full UK driving licence
A strong understanding of workplace health and safety
The ability to complete manual handling and other physically demanding duties
The flexibility to work a rotating day, twilight and night-shift pattern
A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
A positive, adaptable and proactive approach
Excellent punctuality, reliability and work ethic
The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
This position would suit an experienced FLT Driver seeking the security of a genuinely permanent role, guaranteed hours and the opportunity to join a stable, growing organisation.
Apply Today
Please apply with your current CV. Your application will go directly to Amy Laidler, who is leading the search.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Amy or another member of the Industrial team on (phone number removed), option 1
